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V4 JDV

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

43,900 mi
Last recorded43,900 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV4 JDV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 43,900 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2025 43,900 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 42,626 miles

Boot vent broken

Exhaust flexi pipe leaking

Pass 26 Apr 2023 42,613 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 42,047 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 41,817 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 41,808 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 41,357 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 41,357 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 41,080 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 40,982 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 40,492 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 40,192 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 39,257 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 19 Jul 2012 36,460 miles

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

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 5 Jul 2011 28,702 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 27,010 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 26,027 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 24,688 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 23,580 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2006 17,554 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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V4 JDV 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 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 V4 JDV, 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 V4 JDV registered?

V4 JDV is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 13 March 2002.

Is V4 JDV safe to buy?

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