MOT Status
ValidMileage
20,631 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Front Both tyres perished in thread line
Engine management light is on.
Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
drivers door button intermitently sticking
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?
Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AU53 ESY is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.
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 AU53 ESY, 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 AU53 ESY?
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What year was AU53 ESY registered?
AU53 ESY is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 6 September 2003.
Is AU53 ESY safe to buy?
The MOT history for AU53 ESY shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does AU53 ESY have outstanding finance?
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