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CN53 CVD

2003 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

31,706 mi
Last recorded31,706 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN53 CVD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 31,706 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 28,227 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 27,101 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 26,341 miles

all brake discs corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2022 21,499 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2022 21,499 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 20,285 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Nov 2021 20,280 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 26 Oct 2021 20,238 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 18,993 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 18,571 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 16,822 miles

surface corrosion to brake discs

Pass 25 Oct 2017 16,075 miles

FRONT AND REAR BRAKE PADS ARE LOW

FRONT TYRES ARE STARTING TO PERISH

Pass 4 Nov 2016 14,059 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 13,444 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 12,410 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 11,584 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 10,179 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 9,863 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 9,295 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 7,333 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 6,451 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 5,949 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 4,888 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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CN53 CVD is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 CN53 CVD, 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 CN53 CVD registered?

CN53 CVD is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is CN53 CVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN53 CVD shows 24 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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