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AU03 LGW

2003 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,112 mi
Last recorded55,112 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 LGW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 22 Oct 2025 55,112 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 53,787 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 52,631 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 51,257 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 50,838 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 50,177 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 49,698 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 45,904 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 44,527 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 43,207 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 41,398 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 40,197 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 37,948 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 35,667 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 33,241 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 29,219 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 25,663 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 23,798 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 20,825 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 17,352 miles

Lower Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 LGW is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 LGW, 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 LGW registered?

AU03 LGW is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 17 July 2003.

Is AU03 LGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 LGW shows 20 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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