CarVerify

Free Car Check

EU53 ANR

2003 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

20,658 mi
Last recorded20,658 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 ANR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2019 20,658 miles

n/s/r & o/s/r outer sills/underbody has been jacked up upon and slightly damaged not to x/s at time at time of test.

o/s/f upper chassis has been repaired/renewed at time of test.

Fail 14 Dec 2019 20,658 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

n/s/r & o/s/r outer sills/underbody has been jacked up upon and slightly damaged not to x/s at time at time of test.

o/s/f upper chassis has been repaired/renewed at time of test.

Pass 7 Sep 2018 19,573 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 18,196 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 17,199 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 15,423 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 14,076 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres slightly perrished between tread area

coolant level below minimum

Pass 18 Sep 2013 13,043 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Sep 2012 11,571 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 10,370 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 8,754 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 6,776 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 5,033 miles

windscreen has four small stone chips in zone a but they do not seriously restricts the drivers view

Pass 7 Sep 2007 2,581 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 186 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
Full Lotus Elise reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

EU53 ANR is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc 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 EU53 ANR, 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 ANR?

You can check the full history of EU53 ANR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EU53 ANR registered?

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

Is EU53 ANR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU53 ANR 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.

Does EU53 ANR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on EU53 ANR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.