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FN53 HKK

2003 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,445 mi
Last recorded41,445 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2010
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN53 HKK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2010 41,445 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 38,328 miles

2 front tyres scrubbing

Pass 4 Oct 2008 31,999 miles

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

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

low effort recorded at o/s/r wheel when parking brake applied

Pass 1 Oct 2007 26,589 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 20,750 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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FN53 HKK is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FN53 HKK, 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 FN53 HKK registered?

FN53 HKK is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 25 October 2003.

Is FN53 HKK safe to buy?

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