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NT53 OXP

2003 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

62,797 mi
Last recorded62,797 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNT53 OXP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 29 Aug 2025 62,797 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

both front tie rods corroded

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Jan 2022 62,104 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

engine covers/undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Jan 2021 61,029 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

all front and rear suspension / steering components corroded not weakened

Pass 24 Jan 2020 59,760 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Jan 2019 58,561 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2018 56,190 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front and rear brake discs pitted ( inner face )

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Jan 2017 52,539 miles

both front and rear brake discs pitted ( inner face )

under trays and engine cover fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2016 49,402 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 48,585 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jan 2014 47,734 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 46,261 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 46,261 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

advise limited inspection under vechicle due to covers

Pass 14 Sep 2011 44,946 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 43,224 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 40,886 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 29 Dec 2009 40,886 miles

Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 36,651 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 31,387 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 26,778 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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NT53 OXP is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NT53 OXP, 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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What year was NT53 OXP registered?

NT53 OXP is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is NT53 OXP safe to buy?

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