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RY02 TWM

2002 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,251 mi
Last recorded24,251 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY02 TWM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 5 Apr 2024 24,251 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 24,200 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 24,185 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 23,928 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 23,380 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 22,693 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 22,329 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 21,626 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jun 2013 21,573 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 21,147 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 20,401 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 18,789 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 17,417 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 16,496 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 15,724 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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RY02 TWM is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 RY02 TWM, 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 RY02 TWM registered?

RY02 TWM is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 17 June 2002.

Is RY02 TWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY02 TWM shows 15 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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