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VO52 AZB

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

15,949 mi
Last recorded15,949 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2014
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO52 AZB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2014 15,949 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2013 14,658 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 13,842 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 12,608 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2011 12,608 miles

Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 11,154 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 9,956 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 9,818 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)

Pass 13 Dec 2008 8,121 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 5,655 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2007 5,655 miles

Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 4,493 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 3,000 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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VO52 AZB is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VO52 AZB, 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 VO52 AZB registered?

VO52 AZB is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 10 December 2002.

Is VO52 AZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO52 AZB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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