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AU03 LGL

2003 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,262 mi
Last recorded10,262 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 LGL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 18 Nov 2025 10,262 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 10,186 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 9,878 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 9,547 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 9,167 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 8,902 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 8,495 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 8,336 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 8,188 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 8,025 miles

Undertrays Fitted

Pass 10 Mar 2015 7,526 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2014 6,910 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 6,774 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Feb 2012 6,486 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 6,054 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 5,856 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 5,127 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 4,284 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 2,908 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 LGL is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 AU03 LGL, 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

How do I check the history of AU03 LGL?

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What year was AU03 LGL registered?

AU03 LGL is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is AU03 LGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 LGL shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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