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BU53 KVR

2003 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,805 mi
Last recorded41,805 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 KVR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016 41,805 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 40,351 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 38,215 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 35,754 miles

slight movement in steering wheel

Fail 22 Jul 2013 35,754 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

slight movement in steering wheel

Pass 28 Jul 2012 33,703 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 31,584 miles

all brake discs becoming worn and corroded

both door mirrors becoming insecure

both rear tyres becoming worn

n/s/r reflector starting to melt

Pass 23 Aug 2006 25,266 miles

front brake balance on limit

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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BU53 KVR is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BU53 KVR, 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

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What year was BU53 KVR registered?

BU53 KVR is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 17 September 2003.

Is BU53 KVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 KVR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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