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WJ02 RKA

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

52,775 mi
Last recorded52,775 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ02 RKA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 52,775 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 49,997 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 47,871 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 46,699 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Under tray fitted

Pass 3 Mar 2022 45,416 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 43,956 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 42,066 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 41,149 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 37,878 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 35,497 miles

Offside Front fog light not working

under tray engine covers fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2015 34,695 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 33,174 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 32,214 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 31,231 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 29,963 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 29,355 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 22,886 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 18,947 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 18,945 miles

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 13,535 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2006 10,348 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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WJ02 RKA 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 95.2%.

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 WJ02 RKA, 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 WJ02 RKA registered?

WJ02 RKA is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 11 April 2002.

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