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AU03 HFE

2003 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

54,323 mi
Last recorded54,323 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 54,323 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2026 54,323 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 53,442 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 52,877 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2024 52,877 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid WASHER BOTTLE WAS EMPTY (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 52,036 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 50,893 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 50,483 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 47,826 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 47,826 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 45,744 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 44,104 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 7 Mar 2016 42,448 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 40,991 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 38,948 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 38,528 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 36,112 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 34,496 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 32,946 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 31,119 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 25,716 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 HFE 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 85.7%.

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 HFE, 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.

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What year was AU03 HFE registered?

AU03 HFE is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is AU03 HFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 HFE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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