Lotus Elise MOT Results
Registered in 200285.7% pass rate
from 413 tests in 2021
(68% better than other 2002 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
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Failure rates by item
Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2002 cars and highlighted areas where the Lotus Elise is unusually good or bad.
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6.3% fail on
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
(62% better than other 2002 cars)
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2.7% fail on
Headlamp aim
- 2.2% fail on Headlamp aim
- 0.48% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
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1.5% fail on
Headlamps
(71% better than other 2002 cars)
- 1.5% fail on Headlamp (68% better than other 2002 cars)
- 1.5% fail on Stop lamp (70% better than other 2002 cars)
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0.73% fail on
Direction indicators
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0.73% fail on
Flashing type
- 0.24% fail on All direction indicators
- 0.24% fail on Individual direction indicators
- 0.24% fail on Side repeaters
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0.73% fail on
Flashing type
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0.73% fail on
Electrical equipment
- 0.73% fail on Horn
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0.24% fail on
Hazard warning
- 0.24% fail on Switch
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0.24% fail on
Front and rear fog lamps
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0.24% fail on
Rear fog lamp
- 0.24% fail on Rear fog lamp
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0.24% fail on
Rear fog lamp
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2.7% fail on
Headlamp aim
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4.1% fail on
Noise, emissions and leaks
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4.1% fail on
Exhaust emissions
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3.9% fail on
Spark ignition
- 2.9% fail on Catalyst emissions
- 0.48% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (79% better than other 2002 cars)
- 0.48% fail on Emissions not tested
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0.24% fail on
Compression ignition
- 0.24% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
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3.9% fail on
Spark ignition
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4.1% fail on
Exhaust emissions
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3.9% fail on
Visibility
(52% better than other 2002 cars)
- 2.4% fail on Washers
- 1.7% fail on Wipers (62% better than other 2002 cars)
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2.4% fail on
Brakes
(83% better than other 2002 cars)
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1.2% fail on
Brake performance
(85% better than other 2002 cars)
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0.97% fail on
Parking brake efficiency (sp)
(75% better than other 2002 cars)
- 0.97% fail on Rbt (sp) (73% better than other 2002 cars)
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0.48% fail on
Parking brake performance
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0.48% fail on
Rbt
- 0.48% fail on Parking brake performance
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0.48% fail on
Rbt
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0.24% fail on
Service brake performance
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0.24% fail on
Rbt
- 0.24% fail on Service brake performance
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0.24% fail on
Rbt
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0.97% fail on
Parking brake efficiency (sp)
(75% better than other 2002 cars)
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0.73% fail on
Mechanical brake components
(74% better than other 2002 cars)
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0.73% fail on
Brake linings and pads
- 0.73% fail on Brake pads
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0.73% fail on
Brake linings and pads
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0.24% fail on
Parking brake control
- 0.24% fail on Lever
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0.24% fail on
Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
- 0.24% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
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1.2% fail on
Brake performance
(85% better than other 2002 cars)
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2.2% fail on
Suspension
(87% better than other 2002 cars)
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0.73% fail on
Springs
(80% better than other 2002 cars)
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0.73% fail on
Coil springs
(79% better than other 2002 cars)
- 0.48% fail on Mounting (8 times worse than other 2002 cars)
- 0.24% fail on Coil spring
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0.73% fail on
Coil springs
(79% better than other 2002 cars)
- 0.48% fail on Wheel bearings
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0.48% fail on
Suspension arms
(91% better than other 2002 cars)
- 0.48% fail on Ball joint (79% better than other 2002 cars)
- 0.24% fail on Suspension arm
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0.24% fail on
Macpherson strut
- 0.24% fail on Macpherson strut
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0.24% fail on
Suspension rods
- 0.24% fail on Ball joint dust cover
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0.24% fail on
Anti-roll bars
- 0.24% fail on Linkage attachment bracket and mounting
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0.73% fail on
Springs
(80% better than other 2002 cars)
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1.5% fail on
Tyres
(75% better than other 2002 cars)
- 1.5% fail on Tread depth
- 0.48% fail on Condition (81% better than other 2002 cars)
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0.48% fail on
Identification of the vehicle
- 0.48% fail on Registration plates
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0.24% fail on
Steering
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0.24% fail on
Steering linkage components
- 0.24% fail on Track rod end
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0.24% fail on
Steering linkage components
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Lotus Elise (2001 - 2011)
Quick, engaging roadster with terrific handling and grip.