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S19 OPB

2003 Lotus Elise

Multi-colour Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

43,064 mi
Last recorded43,064 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS19 OPB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2017 43,064 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2017 43,064 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Batterry insecure

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

Pass 7 Mar 2016 40,462 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 39,412 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 37,490 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 36,723 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 33,331 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 30,714 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 28,104 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 27,978 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 6 Jun 2006 27,962 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

emmisions aborted due to over heating not able to keep revs steady

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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S19 OPB is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Multi-colour with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 S19 OPB, 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 S19 OPB registered?

S19 OPB is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is S19 OPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S19 OPB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S19 OPB have outstanding finance?

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