No, BU02 LME is currently registered under SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification) with the DVLA.

When is the MOT due for BU02 LME?

The MOT for BU02 LME is valid and due for renewal on or before 22 June 2012.

What is the recorded mileage of BU02 LME?

The recorded mileage for BU02 LME is 49,249 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is BU02 LME ULEZ compliant?

No, BU02 LME does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2002 Lotus Elise 1.8L Petrol · BU02 LME

BU02 LME

2002 Lotus Elise (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/04/2002. Recorded mileage 49,249 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model: LOTUS ELISE
Year / Origin: 2002 · Birmingham
MOT Status: Valid until 22/06/2012
Road Tax: SORN
Recorded Mileage: 49,249 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 22/06/2012

Tax Status

SORN

Statutory Off Road (SORN)

Mileage: 49,249 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 2002
Engine: 1796cc

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BU02 LME Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 20/05/2010
49,249 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! No MOT history found

! Older vehicle

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BU02 LME Mileage History

04/05/200620,627 mi
29/02/200834,520 mi+13,893 mi
18/03/200944,925 mi+10,405 mi
20/05/201049,249 mi+4,324 mi

Average of roughly 7,078 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

BU02 LME MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 22 Sept 2026, 09:12

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Lotus Elise (BU02 LME) between May 2006 and May 2010.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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