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SIW 1816

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

47,288 mi
Last recorded47,288 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2008
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIW 1816
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2008 47,288 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 39,004 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 22 Aug 2007 39,004 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 4 Jun 2007 38,995 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

surface corrosion on front & rear brake discs

Pass 22 Jul 2006 37,865 miles

n/s/f upper ball joint boot split

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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SIW 1816 is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SIW 1816, 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 SIW 1816 registered?

SIW 1816 is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 August 2002.

Is SIW 1816 safe to buy?

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