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RO02 PUF

2002 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,212 mi
Last recorded28,212 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO02 PUF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2025 28,212 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 28,174 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 28,144 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 28,126 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 28,103 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 28,085 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 28,080 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 28,041 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 27,988 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 27,911 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jul 2014 27,839 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 27,555 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 25,378 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 23,359 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 18,395 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 16,870 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 15,563 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 14,294 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 13,714 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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RO02 PUF is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 RO02 PUF, 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 PUF registered?

RO02 PUF is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 24 May 2002.

Is RO02 PUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO02 PUF shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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