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DAZ 1228

2003 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests28 (22 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

5,790 mi
Last recorded5,790 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAZ 1228
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

22 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 5,790 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 4,246 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 2,666 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Jun 2024 2,617 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 1,363 miles
Pass 26 May 2022
Pass 1 Jun 2021 52,949 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 51,199 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 50,049 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 50,023 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 May 2018 50,023 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 49,926 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 5 Jun 2017 49,921 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 10 Apr 2017 49,821 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Both rear tyres have minor perishing across tread pattern

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Recorded at 24% (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 46,607 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 45,894 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 42,349 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 42,272 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 40,366 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 38,468 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 34,098 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 29,163 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 26,989 miles

Front tyres wearing slightly low on edge.

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Dec 2008 26,989 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Front tyres wearing slightly low on edge.

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 22,094 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 21,832 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 16,400 miles

Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 4 Mar 2006 14,858 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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DAZ 1228 is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DAZ 1228, 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 DAZ 1228 registered?

DAZ 1228 is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is DAZ 1228 safe to buy?

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