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FJ03 FKM

2003 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

30,935 mi
Last recorded30,935 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 FKM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 30,935 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 30,542 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 30,148 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 30,135 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 28,658 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 27,580 miles

all brake discs corroded inside

Pass 21 Mar 2017 26,317 miles

all brake discs corroded inside

Pass 15 Apr 2016 24,891 miles

all brake discs have surface corrosion

Pass 20 Apr 2015 23,078 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 20,418 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 19,224 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2012 17,302 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 15,556 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 13,585 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 11,310 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 11,291 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 29 May 2008 8,439 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 8,384 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 21 May 2007 5,281 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 2,968 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 FKM is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FJ03 FKM, 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 FKM registered?

FJ03 FKM is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is FJ03 FKM safe to buy?

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