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KU52 MXK

2003 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2012
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

36,183 mi
Last recorded36,183 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2011
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU52 MXK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2011 36,183 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 36,178 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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)

engine managment lamp iluminated

Pass 27 Oct 2010 33,470 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 27,697 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 27,697 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 24,060 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 12,301 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 12,256 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 12,256 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 11,801 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 11,801 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 9,765 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 9,765 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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KU52 MXK is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 KU52 MXK, 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

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What year was KU52 MXK registered?

KU52 MXK is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 January 2003.

Is KU52 MXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU52 MXK shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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