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RK03 FOT

2003 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,367 mi
Last recorded33,367 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK03 FOT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 8 Nov 2013 33,367 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Nov 2012 32,113 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 31,216 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 29,890 miles

underside of car fitted with under trayes

Pass 28 Oct 2009 27,387 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 24,868 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 22,057 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 15,890 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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RK03 FOT is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 RK03 FOT, 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 RK03 FOT registered?

RK03 FOT is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is RK03 FOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK03 FOT shows 8 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 RK03 FOT have outstanding finance?

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