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T25 SCF

2002 Lotus Elise

Multi-colour Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,872 mi
Last recorded19,872 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2011
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2011 19,872 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2011 19,872 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

all brake dics rusting

Pass 1 Aug 2008 16,895 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 16,895 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

brake discs rusty

Pass 20 Aug 2007 14,100 miles

unable to see underbody. brake pipes etc

Pass 7 Apr 2006 10,109 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 SCF is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Multi-colour with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 T25 SCF, 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.

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What year was T25 SCF registered?

T25 SCF is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 24 July 2002.

Is T25 SCF safe to buy?

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