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AU03 CRX

2003 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

46,359 mi
Last recorded46,359 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 CRX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 46,359 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 43,681 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 41,761 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 40,970 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 40,326 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 39,560 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 38,595 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 36,958 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 36,035 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 34,408 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 33,345 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 32,211 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 30,458 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 28,721 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 26,724 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 24,654 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 22,404 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 18,815 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 16,021 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 16,021 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 12,546 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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AU03 CRX is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 AU03 CRX, 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 AU03 CRX?

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What year was AU03 CRX registered?

AU03 CRX is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 15 April 2003.

Is AU03 CRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 CRX shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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