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WV02 KHX

2002 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

37,949 mi
Last recorded37,949 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV02 KHX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 37,949 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2026 37,945 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 37,540 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 36,938 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 36,243 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 36,050 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 35,462 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 34,774 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 33,755 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 32,756 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 31,821 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 30,745 miles

NSF road spring lower cap corroded

Nsr lower road spring cap corroded

Pass 22 Jul 2011 29,051 miles

rear discs corroded on inside edge

Pass 6 Aug 2010 27,369 miles

note all brake discs have slight rust build up on inner faces

Fail 6 Aug 2010 27,369 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

note all brake discs have slight rust build up on inner faces

Pass 3 Jul 2009 25,865 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 23,338 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 18 Jul 2008 23,338 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 18 Jul 2007 20,613 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 20,613 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 17,559 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 17,559 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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WV02 KHX is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 WV02 KHX, 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

How do I check the history of WV02 KHX?

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What year was WV02 KHX registered?

WV02 KHX is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 July 2002.

Is WV02 KHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV02 KHX shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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