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R3 ESJ

2003 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2013
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,596 mi
Last recorded30,596 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2012
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 ESJ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 19 Nov 2012 30,596 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 27,708 miles

all brake discs rusting on insides

n/s/r tyre 2mm

o/s/r tyre 3mm

slight play in n/s/r rose joint

Pass 24 Feb 2006 20,294 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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R3 ESJ is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R3 ESJ, 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 R3 ESJ registered?

R3 ESJ is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is R3 ESJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R3 ESJ shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R3 ESJ have outstanding finance?

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