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YA02 XKT

2002 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

46,762 mi
Last recorded46,762 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA02 XKT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 46,762 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 46,270 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 45,575 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 44,344 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 42,707 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 41,145 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 41,145 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 21 May 2018 40,272 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 37,719 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 16 May 2016 34,468 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 34,391 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2015 34,391 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 28 May 2014 32,752 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2013 28,456 miles

Exhaust tone loud

Pass 2 May 2012 26,217 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front wiper poor just clearing view

Pass 6 May 2011 23,436 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 23,436 miles

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 13 May 2010 20,304 miles

Catalytic converter takes longer time to heat up

Pass 8 May 2009 17,521 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 16,033 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 13,602 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 11,842 miles

BOTH FRONT AND REAR BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY CORRODED AT INNER SURFACE

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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YA02 XKT is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 YA02 XKT, 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 YA02 XKT registered?

YA02 XKT is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 18 July 2002.

Is YA02 XKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA02 XKT shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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