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KG52 WFW

2003 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

58,013 mi
Last recorded58,013 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG52 WFW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 58,013 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 56,724 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 50,556 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 46,842 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 46,187 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 45,082 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 44,450 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 43,561 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 42,860 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 41,149 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 38,045 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 31,197 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 27,131 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 18,803 miles

Alternater very noisey

Fail 18 Apr 2012 18,803 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Alternater very noisey

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 11,117 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 9,786 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 7,884 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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KG52 WFW is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Blue 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 KG52 WFW, 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 KG52 WFW registered?

KG52 WFW is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 12 February 2003.

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The MOT history for KG52 WFW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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