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V7 VMR

2002 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

38,717 mi
Last recorded38,717 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV7 VMR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 38,717 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 38,017 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 37,398 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 36,887 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 36,060 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 34,689 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 33,419 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 32,719 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 32,101 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 31,204 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 30,394 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 29,278 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 27,860 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 26,401 miles

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

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 26,401 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 24,990 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 22,080 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 18,835 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 17,635 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 15,688 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 15,617 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)

engine management light staying on

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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V7 VMR is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Grey 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 V7 VMR, 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 V7 VMR registered?

V7 VMR is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 July 2002.

Is V7 VMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V7 VMR shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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