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RV02 UXG

2002 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

27,109 mi
Last recorded27,109 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV02 UXG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 27,109 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 25,693 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 23,735 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 23,660 miles

Corrosion to rear brake discs

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Oct 2022 23,660 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Corrosion to rear brake discs

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 23,249 miles

All four tyres wearing on inner edges and are perished

Corrosion to rear brake discs

Pass 14 Oct 2020 23,183 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 22,941 miles

all tyres poor

Pass 18 Apr 2018 22,751 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 22,381 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 6 Mar 2017 22,379 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 22,119 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 21,947 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 214,416 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2014 21,413 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 21,051 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage to front lower bumper

front brake pads wearing

stonechips front screen

Pass 19 Apr 2011 19,697 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 18,817 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 18,156 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 17,053 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 16,160 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 14,005 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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RV02 UXG is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 RV02 UXG, 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 RV02 UXG registered?

RV02 UXG is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 9 March 2002.

Is RV02 UXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV02 UXG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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