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P14 UFO

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

34,552 mi
Last recorded34,552 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP14 UFO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2024 34,552 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 32,874 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 32,238 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 30,716 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 29,032 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 27,010 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 24,380 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 20,880 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 20,880 miles

Front registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.2.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 18,008 miles

reverse lights inop

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2011 16,904 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 15,556 miles

full harness belts fitted

full under tray fitted

Pass 27 May 2008 12,729 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 9,448 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 8,593 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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P14 UFO is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 P14 UFO, 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 P14 UFO registered?

P14 UFO is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 January 2002.

Is P14 UFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P14 UFO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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