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LJ03 LVG

2003 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,269 mi
Last recorded31,269 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 LVG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2016 31,269 miles

Front wiper poor

Fail 20 May 2014 29,505 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 May 2014 29,505 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 28,641 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 27,344 miles

all tyres wearing edges

rear discs lipped

Pass 12 Mar 2010 24,458 miles

o/s/f spoiler cracked

o/s/r quarter panel cracked

Fail 11 Mar 2010 24,436 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

o/s/f spoiler cracked

o/s/r quarter panel cracked

Pass 27 Feb 2009 19,831 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 12,777 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 10,550 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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LJ03 LVG is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LJ03 LVG, 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 LJ03 LVG registered?

LJ03 LVG is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is LJ03 LVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 LVG shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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