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S2 ACU

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

40,842 mi
Last recorded40,842 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS2 ACU
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 40,842 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 40,270 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 39,946 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2023 39,944 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 39,865 miles

Coil spring corroded Front + Rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Engine cover and/or undertray fitted preventing view.

Pass 9 Dec 2021 39,675 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 38,328 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 37,839 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 37,340 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 36,775 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 34,228 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 12,496 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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S2 ACU is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 S2 ACU, 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

How do I check the history of S2 ACU?

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What year was S2 ACU registered?

S2 ACU is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 18 November 2002.

Is S2 ACU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S2 ACU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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