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At a glance
This 2003 Lotus Elise Petrol 1796cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 22,435 miles on the clock, averaging 3,091 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for MD53 VSP
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 22,435 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 3,091 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MD53 VSP |
| Make | Lotus |
| Model | Elise |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MD — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MD53 VSP
What car is MD53 VSP?
MD53 VSP is an purple Lotus Elise, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MD53 VSP?
The last recorded mileage for MD53 VSP was 22,435 miles, recorded on 2 Feb 2009 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MD53 VSP passed its MOT?
MD53 VSP has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Feb 2009.
Is MD53 VSP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MD53 VSP is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MD53 VSP?
MD53 VSP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.