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E13 TUS

2003 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,807 mi
Last recorded51,807 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE13 TUS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 51,807 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 51,305 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 51,002 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 49,331 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 48,100 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2021 48,100 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 19 Sep 2020 47,727 miles

under floor covers fitted , poor visual

Fail 19 Sep 2020 47,727 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

under floor covers fitted , poor visual

Pass 21 Sep 2019 46,944 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 45,616 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 43,914 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 42,944 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 41,108 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 39,054 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Aug 2014 39,054 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Aug 2013 32,128 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 32,128 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 31,603 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 29,593 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine waring light on

front tyres cracking between treads

nearside front tyre cut in side wall

rear brake discs corroded inner face

Fail 4 Oct 2011 28,255 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 27,346 miles

all brake discs corroded

Pass 20 Oct 2009 26,660 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 24,330 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 23,656 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 20,292 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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E13 TUS is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 E13 TUS, 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 E13 TUS registered?

E13 TUS is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 August 2003.

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