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SN53 FPX

2003 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,642 mi
Last recorded37,642 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN53 FPX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2013 37,642 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 37,642 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 30,220 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 24,552 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 21,033 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 17,806 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 15,534 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 14,036 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2007 13,886 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Aug 2006 10,984 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SN53 FPX is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SN53 FPX, 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 SN53 FPX registered?

SN53 FPX is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is SN53 FPX safe to buy?

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