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S111 POW

2002 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,287 mi
Last recorded11,287 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS111 POW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2018 11,287 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 11,281 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 11,254 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 11,121 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 11,024 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 10,426 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 8,591 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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S111 POW is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S111 POW, 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 S111 POW registered?

S111 POW is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is S111 POW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S111 POW shows 7 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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