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AU53 HPX

2003 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

28,056 mi
Last recorded28,056 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 HPX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2014 28,056 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

off side front spot lamp not working

surface corrosion emerging on underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2013 27,596 miles

underside components corroded

Pass 19 Jun 2012 26,493 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 26,398 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

front wiper split at ends

slight play in both front upper suspension arm bushes

Pass 4 Feb 2011 25,458 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 23,104 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 23,104 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 16,445 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 15,195 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 11,490 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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AU53 HPX is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HPX, 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 AU53 HPX registered?

AU53 HPX is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is AU53 HPX safe to buy?

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