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VU03 XHW

2003 Lotus Elise 111S

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,460 mi
Last recorded14,460 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2009
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise 111S22,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 XHW
MakeLotus
ModelElise 111S
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2009 14,460 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)

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge to zero mm(only passed on raised tread rule)

Fail 19 Jun 2009 14,460 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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)

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge to zero mm(only passed on raised tread rule)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 11,776 miles

wiper blade worn

Fail 12 Jun 2008 11,776 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

wiper blade worn

Pass 13 Jun 2007 10,144 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 7,310 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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VU03 XHW is a 2003 Lotus Elise 111S in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VU03 XHW, 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 VU03 XHW registered?

VU03 XHW is a 2003 Lotus Elise 111S, first registered on 27 June 2003.

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