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AP52 YVV

2003 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,388 mi
Last recorded20,388 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2009
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP52 YVV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 6 Mar 2009 20,388 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 19,213 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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AP52 YVV is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AP52 YVV, 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

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What year was AP52 YVV registered?

AP52 YVV is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is AP52 YVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP52 YVV shows 2 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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