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6 XWT

2003 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,056 mi
Last recorded31,056 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration6 XWT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2025 31,056 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 30,512 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 30,408 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 29,634 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 28,919 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 27,376 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 26,370 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 24,811 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 21,556 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 18,777 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 16,121 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 15,214 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 12,948 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?

Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
1,309
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,173
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,131
Headlamp aim too high 3,014
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 2,630
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 1,898
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6 XWT is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 33,657 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elise fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 3,173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 6 XWT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elise typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Lotus Elise is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 6 XWT registered?

6 XWT is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 18 March 2003.

Is 6 XWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 6 XWT shows 13 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 6 XWT have outstanding finance?

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