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T25 MKS

2002 Lotus Elise

Multi-colour Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

29,172 mi
Last recorded29,172 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT25 MKS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 29,172 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 29,134 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 29,114 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 29,007 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 29,007 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 28,971 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 28,884 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 28,838 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 28,764 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 28,644 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 28,608 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 27,780 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 27,530 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 27,097 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 26,572 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 25,607 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 24,776 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 22,557 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 18,175 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 13,710 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 May 2005 10,409 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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T25 MKS is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Multi-colour 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 T25 MKS, 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 T25 MKS registered?

T25 MKS is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 13 June 2002.

Is T25 MKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for T25 MKS 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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