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WV52 BHD

2003 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

117,230 mi
Last recorded117,230 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV52 BHD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2023 117,230 miles

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 109,092 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 98,845 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Sep 2021 98,845 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 86,123 miles

Nearside door mirror missing

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 84,309 miles

Engine covers and Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 80,053 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Aug 2018 80,053 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2017 59,765 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 59,524 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 57,207 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 55,428 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 54,775 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 54,775 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 52,878 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 50,742 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 48,600 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 44,163 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 23 Feb 2010 44,163 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 36,181 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 30,707 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 30,707 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 26,283 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 26,280 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 20,024 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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WV52 BHD is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 WV52 BHD, 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 WV52 BHD registered?

WV52 BHD is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 28 February 2003.

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