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BU03 WFF

2003 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

23,762 mi
Last recorded23,762 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 WFF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2022 23,762 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 22,783 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2021 22,779 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 22,219 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 21,751 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 19,791 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 19,368 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 29 Apr 2015 19,050 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 17,275 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2013 15,309 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Mar 2012 13,652 miles

unable to check full condition of brake & fuel pipes due to body panels

Pass 28 Mar 2011 12,164 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Unable to see full condition of brake & fuel pipes owing to covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 31 Mar 2010 11,032 miles

Unable to see full condition of brake and fuel pipes owing to covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 20 Mar 2009 8,772 miles

Unable to see full condition of brake and fuel pipes owing to covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 1 Apr 2008 7,244 miles

UNABLE TO SEE FULL CONDITION OF BRAKE AND FUEL PIPES OWING TO COVERS FITTED TO UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE

Pass 3 Apr 2007 5,279 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 3,081 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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BU03 WFF is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BU03 WFF, 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 BU03 WFF registered?

BU03 WFF is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 March 2003.

Is BU03 WFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 WFF shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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