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PN03 NTT

2003 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

39,828 mi
Last recorded39,828 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN03 NTT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2021 39,828 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2019 39,492 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp Aim At Bottom Of Limit

Nearside Front Washer Jet Not Working

Offside Front Headlamp Aim At Very Top Of Limits

Fail 11 Nov 2019 39,492 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp Aim At Bottom Of Limit

Nearside Front Washer Jet Not Working

Offside Front Headlamp Aim At Very Top Of Limits

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 39,104 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 35,950 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 34,774 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 33,902 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 31,282 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 30,783 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 29,259 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 27,894 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 26,514 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2008 25,799 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 21,781 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Mar 2007 15,420 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 15,420 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 13,965 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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PN03 NTT is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 PN03 NTT, 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

How do I check the history of PN03 NTT?

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What year was PN03 NTT registered?

PN03 NTT is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is PN03 NTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN03 NTT shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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