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AU03 HGC

2003 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

56,081 mi
Last recorded56,081 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2011
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2011 56,081 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s front and n/s rear wheel rims damaged

Fail 15 Aug 2011 55,955 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s front and n/s rear wheel rims damaged

Pass 13 Aug 2010 45,336 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 30,269 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 25,061 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 23,032 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 19,608 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 19,043 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 HGC is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HGC, 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 HGC registered?

AU03 HGC is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is AU03 HGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 HGC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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