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EU53 AMV

2003 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

35,752 mi
Last recorded35,752 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 AMV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 35,752 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 35,535 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 35,077 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 34,071 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 33,490 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 32,958 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 32,184 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 31,256 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 30,227 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 30,227 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 29 Aug 2017 30,227 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 29,316 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 28,264 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 26,588 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 25,727 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 24,747 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 22,875 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 20,316 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 18,368 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 16,823 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 14,735 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 12,532 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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EU53 AMV 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 90.9%.

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 EU53 AMV, 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 EU53 AMV?

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What year was EU53 AMV registered?

EU53 AMV is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is EU53 AMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU53 AMV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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