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67,250 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside side repeaters. (4.4.3 (a))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread plate damaged. (0.1 (b))
Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and offside deteriorated. (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt N/S & O/S Perished (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Side repeater slightly discoloured N/S & O/S (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Slight Damaged To Outer Casing, Not Effecting Function (7.1.2 (d))
Reverse Lights In-op
Side repeater slightly discoloured N/S & O/S (4.4.3 (a))
Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt N/S & O/S (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Service brake excessively binding all four brakes stuck on. (1.2.1 (f))
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 23" (3.4 (b) (ii))
Brake servo inoperative no travel in brake pedal or difference in feel with engine running or not. (1.1.10 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
unable to inspect wheel bearings as brakes are all stuck on.
under trays fitted, not allowing a full inspection of the underside of vehicle.
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
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?
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RX03 XWB is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 RX03 XWB, 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 RX03 XWB registered?
RX03 XWB is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 22 April 2003.
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