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NM02 EKK

2002 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,124 mi
Last recorded29,124 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM02 EKK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 29,124 miles
Pass 24 May 2025 28,454 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 28,121 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 27,257 miles

oil leak

Fail 13 Feb 2017 27,257 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

oil leak

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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NM02 EKK is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NM02 EKK, 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 NM02 EKK registered?

NM02 EKK is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is NM02 EKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for NM02 EKK shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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