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ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2002 Lotus Elise Petrol 1796cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 5,140 miles on the clock at the last MOT.
MOT & Mileage History for DC52 DHC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 5,140 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,603 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DC52 DHC |
| Make | Lotus |
| Model | Elise |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DC — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About DC52 DHC
What car is DC52 DHC?
DC52 DHC is a blue Lotus Elise, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chester in 2002.
What is the mileage of DC52 DHC?
The last recorded mileage for DC52 DHC was 5,140 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC52 DHC passed its MOT?
DC52 DHC has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Jan 2026.
Is DC52 DHC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC52 DHC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DC52 DHC?
DC52 DHC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.