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YE52 UTP

2003 Lotus Elise

Maroon Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,203 mi
Last recorded2,203 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE52 UTP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2017 2,203 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 1,500 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 833 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 47,062 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 45,278 miles

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

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

brake test done on road due too low front bumper

undertray full length of vehicle

Pass 9 May 2012 45,263 miles

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

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

under shield full length of vehicle

Pass 30 Mar 2011 43,794 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 38,247 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 32,683 miles

both front tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 14 Jan 2008 26,075 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 19,789 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 13,201 miles

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

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

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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YE52 UTP is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Maroon with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 YE52 UTP, 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 YE52 UTP registered?

YE52 UTP is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 28 January 2003.

Is YE52 UTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE52 UTP shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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