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M203 BEX

1995 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,732 mi
Last recorded21,732 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2005
4 checks still locked for this Lotus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM203 BEX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2005 21,732 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

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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M203 BEX is a 1995 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M203 BEX, 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 31 years old, this Lotus Elise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M203 BEX registered?

M203 BEX is a 1995 Lotus Elise, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M203 BEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M203 BEX shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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