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X1 RWO

2002 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

84,379 mi
Last recorded84,379 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX1 RWO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 84,379 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Oct 2020 83,731 miles

Offside Front steering rack arm inner joint play

Pass 27 Apr 2019 81,542 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 79,650 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 78,308 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 75,536 miles

play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 14 Apr 2015 72,545 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2014 70,790 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 70,701 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Aug 2011 68,062 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 8 Aug 2011 68,062 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 16 Aug 2010 66,298 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 56,293 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 42,464 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 26,816 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 25,979 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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X1 RWO is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 X1 RWO, 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 X1 RWO registered?

X1 RWO is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 30 October 2002.

Is X1 RWO safe to buy?

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