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PJ02 OOW

2002 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2010
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,594 mi
Last recorded32,594 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2009
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ02 OOW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2009 32,594 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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PJ02 OOW is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 PJ02 OOW, 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 PJ02 OOW registered?

PJ02 OOW is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 July 2002.

Is PJ02 OOW safe to buy?

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