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PN02 UYK

2002 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

42,309 mi
Last recorded42,309 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN02 UYK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2024 42,309 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 42,088 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 41,473 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 39,682 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 38,795 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 38,789 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits lamba 1.072 (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Apr 2017 37,542 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 37,542 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 35,598 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 34,620 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 32,060 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 29,807 miles

under tray fitted unable to see

Pass 31 Mar 2012 28,713 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 25,847 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 24,328 miles

default emmisions test carried out due to modifide engine

unable to see under car due to large under tray

Pass 9 May 2009 22,683 miles

none standard engine fitted .normal emissions test carried out

poor visability under car due under tray

Pass 20 May 2008 21,177 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 18,660 miles
Pass 25 May 2006
Fail 25 May 2006 17,002 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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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PN02 UYK is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 PN02 UYK, 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 PN02 UYK registered?

PN02 UYK is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 April 2002.

Is PN02 UYK safe to buy?

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