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HF03 HHV

2003 Lotus Elise 111S

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,218 mi
Last recorded14,218 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2009
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise 111S22,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 HHV
MakeLotus
ModelElise 111S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2009 14,218 miles

rear tyres getting close to wear limit.

Pass 28 Jun 2007 12,974 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 9,313 miles

Nearside Front Steering retaining device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 9,313 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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HF03 HHV is a 2003 Lotus Elise 111S in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HF03 HHV, 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 HF03 HHV registered?

HF03 HHV is a 2003 Lotus Elise 111S, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is HF03 HHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF03 HHV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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