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PE02 HBY

2002 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,526 mi
Last recorded20,526 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE02 HBY
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2026 20,526 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 20,223 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 19,859 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 19,379 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 18,252 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 18,047 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 17,710 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 17,217 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 16,897 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 16,521 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 16,339 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 15,727 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 15,175 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 14,867 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 14,483 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 14,245 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 13,281 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 12,640 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 11,480 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 10,415 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 9,001 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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PE02 HBY is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 PE02 HBY, 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 PE02 HBY registered?

PE02 HBY is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is PE02 HBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE02 HBY shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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