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GX03 LHE

2003 Lotus Elise 111S

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,271 mi
Last recorded25,271 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2008
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise 111S22,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 LHE
MakeLotus
ModelElise 111S
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2008 25,271 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 21,363 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)

both rear tyres on limit of wear

Pass 27 Apr 2006 15,866 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elise 111S?

Based on 1,126 MOT tests across 201 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
2,183
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
201
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 39
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 34
Steering rack gaiter split 29
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GX03 LHE is a 2003 Lotus Elise 111S in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Lotus Elise 111S models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 22,480 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elise 111S fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX03 LHE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elise 111S typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Lotus Elise 111S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GX03 LHE registered?

GX03 LHE is a 2003 Lotus Elise 111S, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is GX03 LHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX03 LHE shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GX03 LHE have outstanding finance?

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