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WJ52 HXP

2002 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

31,996 mi
Last recorded31,996 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ52 HXP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 31,996 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 31,319 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 31,009 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 29,962 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 28,432 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 26,808 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 25,732 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 24,561 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 23,194 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 21,705 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 19,753 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 16,578 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 12,515 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 11,893 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 10,595 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 10,595 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 May 2011 8,619 miles

all disc worn

Pass 24 Mar 2010 4,688 miles

Nearside rear brake disc pitted outer face. BORDERLINE.

Offside front brake disc pitted inner face BORDERLINE

Offside rear brake disc pitted inner face. BORDERLINE.

Pass 23 Mar 2009 3,908 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 22,109 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 19,062 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

engine noisy from timing belt area!

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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WJ52 HXP 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 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 WJ52 HXP, 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.

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What year was WJ52 HXP registered?

WJ52 HXP is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 3 October 2002.

Is WJ52 HXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ52 HXP shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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