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S2 JTY

2002 Lotus Elise

Maroon Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests24 (23 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.8%

Mileage

49,708 mi
Last recorded49,708 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS2 JTY
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

23 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 49,708 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 49,686 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 49,681 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 49,673 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 49,584 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 49,431 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 48,768 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 47,891 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 47,774 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 47,426 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 47,060 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 45,605 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 45,605 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 43,220 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 41,723 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 37,400 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 36,120 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 3,618 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 35,428 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 34,540 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 32,601 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 30,616 miles

slight play in os and ns drop links

surface rust on rear discs

Pass 6 Mar 2006 29,118 miles

nail in n/s/f tyre

slight play in o/f and n/s/f anti roll bar droplinks

wiper blade slightly smearing

Pass 28 Feb 2005 21,140 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 JTY is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Maroon with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.8%.

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 JTY, 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 S2 JTY registered?

S2 JTY is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 23 March 2002.

Is S2 JTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S2 JTY shows 24 tests with a 95.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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