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AU03 HFF

2003 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

57,522 mi
Last recorded57,522 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 HFF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 57,522 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 56,256 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 54,319 miles

Slight wear both front tyres

Pass 19 Nov 2022 51,112 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 44,719 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 43,560 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 41,481 miles

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

slight play offside rackend

Pass 10 Sep 2012 40,369 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Oct 2011 38,956 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

front and rear brake discs are getting worn

horn requires attention

Pass 13 Jul 2010 35,219 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 33,239 miles

offside front tyre wearing low on inner edge

Fail 1 Jun 2009 33,239 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

offside front tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 21 May 2008 30,504 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 28,778 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 26,374 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 HFF is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 HFF, 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 HFF registered?

AU03 HFF is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is AU03 HFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 HFF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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