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DY03 LOT

2003 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,536 mi
Last recorded26,536 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 LOT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 26,536 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 26,074 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 25,565 miles
Fail 16 May 2022 25,565 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2021 24,904 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 24,139 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 23,118 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2019 23,118 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 21,211 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 20,945 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 20,247 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 19,706 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 19,208 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 18,656 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 3 Sep 2013 18,655 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 18,501 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 18,501 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 May 2011 17,622 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 17,622 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 14,659 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 14,095 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2007 13,008 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 13,008 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 15 May 2006 10,904 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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DY03 LOT is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DY03 LOT, 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 DY03 LOT?

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What year was DY03 LOT registered?

DY03 LOT is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is DY03 LOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY03 LOT shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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