MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
48,708 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Undertrays fitted covering underside components.
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?
Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.
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L111 SDM is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 L111 SDM, 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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How do I check the history of L111 SDM?
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What year was L111 SDM registered?
L111 SDM is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 November 2003.
Is L111 SDM safe to buy?
The MOT history for L111 SDM shows 12 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.
Does L111 SDM have outstanding finance?
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