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KX03 VFB

2003 Lotus Elise

Cream Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

34,144 mi
Last recorded34,144 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX03 VFB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2013 34,144 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Jun 2013 34,122 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)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2012 31,159 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 30,985 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 May 2011 26,852 miles

Offside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

half of offside rear sidelight not working

Fail 17 May 2011 26,852 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

half of offside rear sidelight not working

Fail 31 Jan 2011 26,818 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

all brake discs slightly corroded

offside rear sidelight has one bulb not working

Pass 5 Apr 2007 18,729 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 17,287 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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KX03 VFB is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Cream with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 KX03 VFB, 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 KX03 VFB registered?

KX03 VFB is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 16 April 2003.

Is KX03 VFB safe to buy?

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