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M17 KCC

2002 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,199 mi
Last recorded30,199 miles
Recorded on13 May 2011
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM17 KCC
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2011 30,199 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 24,436 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 19,466 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 19,466 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 16,951 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 16 Jul 2007 13,489 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 13,297 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 119,198 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?

Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
1,309
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,173
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,131
Headlamp aim too high 3,014
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 2,630
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 1,898
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M17 KCC is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 36,462 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elise fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 3,173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M17 KCC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elise typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 24 years old, this Lotus Elise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M17 KCC registered?

M17 KCC is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 18 December 2002.

Is M17 KCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M17 KCC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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