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RO52 NRE

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,722 mi
Last recorded14,722 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO52 NRE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2026 14,722 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 14,695 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 14,440 miles

large under trays fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2022 12,831 miles

large under trays fitted

Pass 28 Aug 2019 12,650 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack (3.2 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2013 12,516 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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RO52 NRE is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 RO52 NRE, 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 RO52 NRE registered?

RO52 NRE is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 23 September 2002.

Is RO52 NRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO52 NRE shows 6 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 RO52 NRE have outstanding finance?

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