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BU53 KWM

2003 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,737 mi
Last recorded36,737 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 6 Mar 2026 36,737 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 36,310 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 36,258 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 36,124 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 35,932 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 35,640 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 35,455 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 34,472 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 33,361 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 32,613 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 31,642 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 30,605 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Sep 2013 30,158 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 29,151 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 27,432 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 24,422 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 20,714 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 18,091 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 16,133 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 13,800 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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BU53 KWM is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KWM, 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

How do I check the history of BU53 KWM?

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What year was BU53 KWM registered?

BU53 KWM is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is BU53 KWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 KWM shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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