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FJ03 FJA

2003 Lotus Elise

Cream Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,011 mi
Last recorded24,011 miles
Recorded on10 May 2010
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 FJA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2010 24,011 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 23,650 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 23,650 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 21,340 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2007 16,491 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 11,261 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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FJ03 FJA is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Cream with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FJ03 FJA, 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 FJ03 FJA registered?

FJ03 FJA is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is FJ03 FJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ03 FJA shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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