MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
42,709 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
engine management light on
How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?
Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SY03 HDZ is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 SY03 HDZ, 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
How do I check the history of SY03 HDZ?
You can check the full history of SY03 HDZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was SY03 HDZ registered?
SY03 HDZ is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 June 2003.
Is SY03 HDZ safe to buy?
The MOT history for SY03 HDZ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SY03 HDZ have outstanding finance?
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