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AU03 LGK

2003 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

38,972 mi
Last recorded38,972 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 LGK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 38,972 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 38,773 miles

Undertrays fitted, restricting inspection

Pass 22 Jun 2023 38,618 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 24 Jun 2022 38,312 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 36,945 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 35,843 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 34,724 miles

mileage entered incorrectly last year

Pass 25 Jun 2018 60,096 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 60,096 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 32,236 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 30,806 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 30,806 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 25,428 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 24,327 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 May 2013 23,484 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 22,035 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 21,419 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 19,604 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 19,446 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 17,790 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 16,101 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 14,338 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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AU03 LGK is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AU03 LGK, 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 AU03 LGK registered?

AU03 LGK is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is AU03 LGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 LGK shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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