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RO52 VWP

2002 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,146 mi
Last recorded48,146 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO52 VWP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023 48,146 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jul 2015 47,067 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 45,416 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 45,404 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 42,372 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 42,372 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2009 37,656 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 34,618 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 34,618 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 32,654 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 21,626 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2005 16,683 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 VWP is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RO52 VWP, 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 VWP registered?

RO52 VWP is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 December 2002.

Is RO52 VWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO52 VWP shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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