CarVerify

Free Car Check

RF02 XFH

2002 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,802 mi
Last recorded61,802 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2009
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF02 XFH
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2009 61,802 miles

all brake pads worn

brake test carried out by decelerometer

chips in windscreen

full under body covers

some suspention and brake componants not fully visable

Pass 7 Feb 2008 60,670 miles

brake test carried out by decelerometer - suspect front too low for roller brake tester

chips in windscreen

full under body covers

service brake systems not fully tested as some items not visable

suspect all brake pads 50% + worn

Pass 19 Feb 2007 59,028 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 43,168 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
Full Lotus Elise reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

RF02 XFH is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 RF02 XFH, 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

How do I check the history of RF02 XFH?

You can check the full history of RF02 XFH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RF02 XFH registered?

RF02 XFH is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 11 May 2002.

Is RF02 XFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF02 XFH shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RF02 XFH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on RF02 XFH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.