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SK02 KCF

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

23,020 mi
Last recorded23,020 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK02 KCF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 23,020 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 22,714 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 22,527 miles

Nearside Front Coolant leak

Pass 14 Sep 2022 22,305 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts on inner braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears on inner braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 22,121 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 21,622 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 21,072 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 20,705 miles

osf side repeater starting to emit white light

Pass 5 Sep 2017 20,656 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2016 20,613 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2015 20,449 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Mar 2014 18,081 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 4 Mar 2014 18,081 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 26 Mar 2013 17,366 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 16,539 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 15,397 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 14,723 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 13,957 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 13,398 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 12,898 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 11,975 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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SK02 KCF is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 SK02 KCF, 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 SK02 KCF registered?

SK02 KCF is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 26 March 2002.

Is SK02 KCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK02 KCF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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