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SK52 HCY

2003 Lotus Elise

Maroon Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,417 mi
Last recorded86,417 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2011
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK52 HCY
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2011 86,417 miles

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

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

advise a full brake lining check.

both front and rear brake discs slightly worn.

gear lever mechanisim tight

parking brake lever has a tight operation.

Pass 22 Jan 2010 85,570 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine management light on

parking brake slightly tight.

Fail 26 Jan 2009 85,560 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

offside parking brake cable sticking slightly

Pass 26 Jan 2009 85,560 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

offside parking brake cable sticking slightly

Fail 24 Jan 2008 82,503 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre worn unevenly

offside front tyre worn unevenly

parking brake slightly lazy on offside rear

Pass 24 Jan 2008 82,503 miles

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

Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre worn unevenly

offside front tyre worn unevenly

parking brake slightly lazy on offside rear

Pass 25 Jan 2007 75,745 miles

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)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

engine management light staying on.

Pass 11 Jan 2006 62,351 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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SK52 HCY is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Maroon with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SK52 HCY, 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 SK52 HCY registered?

SK52 HCY is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is SK52 HCY safe to buy?

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