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DA03 NYK

2003 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

43,982 mi
Last recorded43,982 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 NYK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2021 43,982 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 43,918 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 41,932 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 38,193 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 35,303 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Dec 2016 35,294 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 29,464 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 241,063 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 20,670 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 17,889 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 17,827 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 17,591 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 15,613 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 10,970 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 7,693 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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DA03 NYK is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DA03 NYK, 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 DA03 NYK registered?

DA03 NYK is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 June 2003.

Is DA03 NYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA03 NYK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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