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FN52 HSA

2002 Lotus Elise 111S

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,894 mi
Last recorded20,894 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2008
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise 111S23,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN52 HSA
MakeLotus
ModelElise 111S
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 13 Feb 2008 20,894 miles

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

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

both front brake disc inner faces scored and worn

both front tyres wearing on inside edges

engine warning lamp displayed

Pass 12 Jun 2006 11,413 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Lotus Elise 111S?

Based on 1,126 MOT tests across 201 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
2,183
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
201
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 39
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 34
Steering rack gaiter split 29
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FN52 HSA is a 2002 Lotus Elise 111S in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Lotus Elise 111S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 23,750 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elise 111S fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FN52 HSA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elise 111S typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Lotus Elise 111S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FN52 HSA registered?

FN52 HSA is a 2002 Lotus Elise 111S, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is FN52 HSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN52 HSA shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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