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AU03 CZP

2003 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

47,216 mi
Last recorded47,216 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 47,216 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 46,903 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 46,842 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 45,078 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 45,040 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 40,687 miles

Nearside Front No plate cracked

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 38,982 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 38,982 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 37,295 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 36,040 miles

brake disc corroded

Fail 4 Jun 2014 36,040 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

brake disc corroded

Pass 24 May 2013 34,440 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 33,690 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake disc corroded

Fail 22 May 2012 33,690 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake disc corroded

Pass 9 Jun 2011 32,622 miles

All brake discs corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2010 31,137 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 31,137 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 May 2009 29,425 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 28,320 miles

coolant level was a little low, topped up and nt was happy to continue with test.

Pass 2 May 2007 25,468 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 22,400 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 CZP 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 81%.

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 CZP, 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 CZP?

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What year was AU03 CZP registered?

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

Is AU03 CZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 CZP shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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