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S22 KKS

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

34,857 mi
Last recorded34,857 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS22 KKS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 34,857 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 34,281 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 33,890 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 33,686 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 32,128 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 31,374 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 31,140 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 29,818 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 29,177 miles

eml light stays on

Pass 6 Jun 2014 24,472 miles

engine management light stays on

Pass 30 Jul 2013 23,107 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 21,315 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 25 Jul 2011 19,282 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 17,239 miles

Front discs slightly pitted Rear discs slighyly pitted

Fail 28 Jul 2010 17,239 miles

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Front discs slightly pitted Rear discs slighyly pitted

Pass 17 Jan 2007 16,535 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 16,535 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Dec 2005 13,647 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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S22 KKS is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 S22 KKS, 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 S22 KKS registered?

S22 KKS is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is S22 KKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for S22 KKS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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