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RK51 KTL

2002 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

12,608 mi
Last recorded12,608 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK51 KTL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 12,608 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 12,566 miles

complete under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components

Pass 29 Sep 2023 11,903 miles

engine cover & complete under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.

Pass 7 Sep 2022 11,780 miles

under body panels fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2021 11,696 miles

engine cover & complete under body cover panel fitted concealing some testable components.

Pass 9 Jul 2020 11,241 miles

complete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.

Pass 18 May 2009 10,418 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 10,418 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 9,116 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 4,116 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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RK51 KTL is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RK51 KTL, 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 RK51 KTL?

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What year was RK51 KTL registered?

RK51 KTL is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 January 2002.

Is RK51 KTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK51 KTL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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