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V66 DMD

2003 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,574 mi
Last recorded54,574 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV66 DMD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2023 54,574 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 54,457 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 54,410 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 54,371 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 54,163 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 53,957 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 53,752 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 52,762 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2014 51,059 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Jun 2014 51,059 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Aug 2013 48,283 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 45,960 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 42,241 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 42,241 miles

Brake servo damaged and function impaired (3.6.A.2c)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Fail 30 Oct 2008 378,083 miles

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)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 378,083 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 34,476 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 21,720 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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V66 DMD is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V66 DMD, 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 V66 DMD registered?

V66 DMD is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is V66 DMD safe to buy?

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