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R16 HCR

2002 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

55,799 mi
Last recorded55,799 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR16 HCR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 55,799 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 55,726 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 May 2020 55,398 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 55,076 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 54,689 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 54,120 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 54,120 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 53,642 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 53,355 miles

both front tyres wearing on inside edges

front no plate damaged

off side exhaust tail pipe loose

slight play in steering u/j

Pass 3 Apr 2013 51,820 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 50,970 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 50,969 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 49,195 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 44,168 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 34,909 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 34,858 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 8 Jan 2008 27,981 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 23,306 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 18,107 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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R16 HCR is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R16 HCR, 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 R16 HCR registered?

R16 HCR is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 January 2002.

Is R16 HCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R16 HCR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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