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BU53 KVV

2003 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

46,575 mi
Last recorded46,575 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 KVV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 46,575 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 43,331 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 40,403 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 38,080 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 35,578 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 31,353 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 30,275 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 28,949 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 28,690 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 28,212 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 24,719 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 18,408 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 14,975 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 11,366 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 11,335 miles

UNDER BODY COVERED

Pass 15 Dec 2009 10,682 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2009 10,682 miles

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

REAR TYRES WEARING EDGES==UNDER BODY COVERED==ALL 4 DISCS CORRODING

Fail 18 Dec 2008 10,218 miles

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

UNDER BODY COVERED==DISCS CORRODING==

Pass 18 Dec 2008 10,218 miles

UNDER BODY COVERED==DISCS CORRODING==

Fail 3 Dec 2007 9,502 miles

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

UNDER BODY COVERED==FR TYRES WEARING INNER EDGES SLIGHTKY

Pass 3 Dec 2007 9,502 miles

UNDER BODY COVERED==FR TYRES WEARING INNER EDGES SLIGHTKY

Pass 29 Nov 2006 8,124 miles

HAZARD SWITCH STICKY==UNDER BODY COVERED IN==NSF INNER DISC FACE CORRODING

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 KVV is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 KVV, 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 BU53 KVV registered?

BU53 KVV is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 December 2003.

Is BU53 KVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 KVV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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