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AU03 OVB

2003 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2024
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,934 mi
Last recorded20,934 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 OVB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 2 Mar 2023 20,934 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 20,872 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

covers over testable items

front wiper blade smears slightly

Pass 10 May 2016 20,797 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 5 Jun 2014 20,661 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 20,250 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2012 19,117 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Mar 2011 16,715 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 14,411 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 10,319 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 7,263 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 1,423 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 OVB is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OVB, 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 OVB registered?

AU03 OVB is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 18 August 2003.

Is AU03 OVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 OVB shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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