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T23 PJL

2003 Lotus Elise

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,101 mi
Last recorded34,101 miles
Recorded on27 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT23 PJL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 May 2016 34,101 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 33,454 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 33,221 miles

Both rear brake discs rusty.

Both rear tyres low on tread.

Pass 8 May 2013 30,707 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cooling fan noisey

rhr fog light water inside

Pass 24 May 2012 26,883 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 24,517 miles

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

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

advanced wear evident in lower steering column coupling universal joint

Pass 9 Jul 2010 23,447 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 20,135 miles

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

all tyres wearing close to legal limit

front brake discs slightly lipped

Pass 20 Aug 2008 19,440 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2007 17,435 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2006 14,406 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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T23 PJL is a 2003 Lotus Elise in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 T23 PJL, 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 T23 PJL registered?

T23 PJL is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 April 2003.

Is T23 PJL safe to buy?

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