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RO02 PUJ

2002 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

102,212 mi
Last recorded102,212 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2015
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO02 PUJ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2015 102,212 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 100,790 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 98,835 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 94,811 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

windscreen cracked out of swept area

Fail 1 Jun 2011 84,113 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear discs pitted

Pass 1 Jun 2011 84,113 miles

rear discs pitted

Pass 8 Jun 2009 69,649 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2006 38,205 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2006 38,205 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 PUJ is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PUJ, 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 PUJ registered?

RO02 PUJ is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 June 2002.

Is RO02 PUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO02 PUJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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