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WV02 KJK

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

10,140 mi
Last recorded10,140 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV02 KJK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 10,140 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 10,123 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 10,048 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 10,026 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 9,995 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 9,953 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 9,808 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 9,704 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 9,616 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 9,465 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 8,895 miles

Front wiper poor

Offside Front tyre cracking in tread

Fail 9 Jul 2016 8,895 miles

Front wiper poor

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front tyre cracking in tread

Pass 18 Jul 2015 7,745 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jul 2014 6,214 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 6,200 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

175/55/R16 80V FRONT. 225/45/ZR17 91Y REAR.

UNABLE TO CHECK WHEEL BEARINGS.

Pass 30 Jul 2013 5,751 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 5,491 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 May 2011 5,069 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 4,886 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 4,384 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 4,007 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 3,875 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 3,462 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 KJK is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 WV02 KJK, 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 WV02 KJK registered?

WV02 KJK is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 June 2002.

Is WV02 KJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV02 KJK shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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