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AU53 HRN

2003 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

16,913 mi
Last recorded16,913 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 HRN
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 16,913 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 16,885 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 16,855 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 16,791 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 16,733 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 16,704 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 16,676 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 15,968 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 15,346 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 14,634 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 14,634 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 14,125 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 13,292 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 67,440 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 Jul 2013 67,440 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Suspension & steering components rusty & corroded

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2012 12,167 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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 10 Aug 2011 11,839 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 18 Aug 2010 11,550 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 10,992 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 10,686 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 9,835 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 7,145 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 HRN 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 HRN, 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 HRN registered?

AU53 HRN is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 October 2003.

Is AU53 HRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 HRN 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.

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