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NL02 WZS

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,331 mi
Last recorded10,331 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2012
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL02 WZS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2012 10,331 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 9,843 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 9,276 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 9,016 miles

UNABLE TO CHECK UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE FULLY DUE TO FITTMENT OF UNDER TRAYS

Pass 24 Apr 2008 8,256 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 7,355 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 5,745 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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NL02 WZS is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NL02 WZS, 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 NL02 WZS registered?

NL02 WZS is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 25 April 2002.

Is NL02 WZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL02 WZS shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NL02 WZS have outstanding finance?

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