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RO02 PSZ

2002 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

68,763 mi
Last recorded68,763 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO02 PSZ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 68,763 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 66,237 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 65,824 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 65,530 miles

front tyres worn on edges of tread

Pass 4 Sep 2014 63,817 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 62,370 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Apr 2013 60,297 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 May 2012 58,191 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 51,381 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 44,731 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 40,426 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine cooling fan not cutting in

Pass 1 Apr 2008 35,675 miles

advise cooling system pressurising

advise slight corrosion front and rear suspension arms

Pass 20 Mar 2007 29,760 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 21,183 miles

Both front tyres worn on inside edges

Fail 17 Feb 2006 21,182 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Both front tyres worn on inside edges

N/S/R inner tail light inop

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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RO02 PSZ is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RO02 PSZ, 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 RO02 PSZ registered?

RO02 PSZ is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is RO02 PSZ safe to buy?

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