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VU51 FVW

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

26,361 mi
Last recorded26,361 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2018
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU51 FVW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2018 26,361 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 25,758 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 25,250 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 24,521 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 23,406 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 22,163 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 21,099 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2012 21,099 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 19,946 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 18,035 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 16,876 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 14,806 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 13,158 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 11,543 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 10,096 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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VU51 FVW is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VU51 FVW, 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 VU51 FVW registered?

VU51 FVW is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 22 February 2002.

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The MOT history for VU51 FVW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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