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S2 YEH

2002 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

57,596 mi
Last recorded57,596 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS2 YEH
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 57,596 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2025 57,596 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Aug 2024 57,310 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 55,340 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2022 52,916 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 49,024 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s + o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 48,155 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 44,921 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2018 42,282 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 38,951 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 36,479 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 34,707 miles

engine management light on.

Fail 3 Mar 2015 34,706 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

engine management light on.

Pass 15 Feb 2014 28,385 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 28,235 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 27,409 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 26,292 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 24,964 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 23,555 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 22,392 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 20,551 miles

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

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 YEH is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 YEH, 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 YEH registered?

S2 YEH is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 3 July 2002.

Is S2 YEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for S2 YEH shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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