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AU03 CZH

2003 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

11,441 mi
Last recorded11,441 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2009
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2009 11,441 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 10,780 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 10,545 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 10,027 miles

advise both front tyres cracking and splitting suspect cords to be showing but can not be 100% hence advise

advise nearside headlight on upper limit

advise wiper split

Fail 12 Jun 2007 10,027 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

advise both front tyres cracking and splitting suspect cords to be showing can not be 100% hence advise

advise nearside headlight on upper limit

advise wiper blade split

Pass 31 May 2006 9,441 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 9,441 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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 CZH is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CZH, 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 AU03 CZH registered?

AU03 CZH is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AU03 CZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 CZH shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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