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UCA 163D

2003 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,704 mi
Last recorded16,704 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCA 163D
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 10 May 2017 16,704 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 15,609 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 15,307 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 15,047 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 14,755 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 13,838 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 13,568 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 12,656 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 12,182 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 11,185 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 10,372 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 9,642 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?

Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
554
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
4,280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,585
brake recording little or no effort 1,342
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,318
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 927
brake binding 845
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UCA 163D is a 2003 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Lotus Elan fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,585 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UCA 163D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 23 years old, this Lotus Elan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UCA 163D registered?

UCA 163D is a 2003 Lotus Elan, first registered on 16 January 2003.

Is UCA 163D safe to buy?

The MOT history for UCA 163D 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.

Does UCA 163D have outstanding finance?

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