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NA02 TJX

2002 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,045 mi
Last recorded59,045 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNA02 TJX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 59,045 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 59,017 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 59,017 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 56,485 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 53,145 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 49,665 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 48,103 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 48,103 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 May 2011 47,982 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 47,957 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 47,665 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 47,253 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 45,563 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 45,557 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 42,379 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 27,908 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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NA02 TJX is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NA02 TJX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NA02 TJX registered?

NA02 TJX is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is NA02 TJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NA02 TJX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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