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AU53 HPZ

2003 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,937 mi
Last recorded33,937 miles
Recorded on13 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 HPZ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2016 33,937 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 29,286 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 27,991 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 27,991 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 17 May 2013 26,138 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 26,138 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 17 May 2012 23,983 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 23,983 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 5 May 2011 21,414 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 16,198 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 16,198 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 7 May 2009 14,084 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 14,084 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 10 May 2008 13,754 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 12,365 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 HPZ is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HPZ, 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 HPZ registered?

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

Is AU53 HPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 HPZ shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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