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AO52 SVT

2003 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,200 mi
Last recorded35,200 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2012
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO52 SVT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2012 35,200 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 31,070 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 28,779 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 28,739 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2009 27,197 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 25,341 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 23,444 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 20,987 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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AO52 SVT is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 33,657 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 AO52 SVT, 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 23 years old, this Lotus Elise is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AO52 SVT?

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What year was AO52 SVT registered?

AO52 SVT is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 February 2003.

Is AO52 SVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO52 SVT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AO52 SVT have outstanding finance?

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