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G17 GPF

2003 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

26,917 mi
Last recorded26,917 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG17 GPF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 26,917 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear rear brake discs heavily corroded

Pass 7 Aug 2024 26,145 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 24,506 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 23,369 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 23,133 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 21,465 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all tyre valves slightly perished

Pass 27 Jun 2016 20,992 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 18,813 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2014 15,328 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Oct 2014 15,328 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Oct 2013 11,281 miles

Both front tyres perrishing.

Knock from rack area when rocking steering under load.

Rear n umber plate misaligned but secure

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 7,724 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 7,573 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 7,318 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 6,706 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 6,494 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 6,055 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 5,011 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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G17 GPF is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 G17 GPF, 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.

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What year was G17 GPF registered?

G17 GPF is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 7 July 2003.

Is G17 GPF safe to buy?

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