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KX03 VFH

2003 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

80,332 mi
Last recorded80,332 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX03 VFH
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 80,332 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Apr 2025

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both rear suspension coil springs starting to rust

coolant level slightly low

offside front driving lamp not working

slight play in steering rack

Pass 4 Apr 2024 77,477 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2024 77,473 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 76,331 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 75,391 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 72,484 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 70,538 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 67,822 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 66,315 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 62,923 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 59,579 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 54,124 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 46,305 miles

front tyres bold on inner edges

Pass 18 Jul 2012 42,339 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 38,071 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 34,533 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 30,642 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 28,022 miles

headlamp aim is at lower limit

Pass 24 Jul 2007 19,334 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 17,937 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 17,637 miles

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

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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KX03 VFH is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KX03 VFH, 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 KX03 VFH registered?

KX03 VFH is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is KX03 VFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX03 VFH shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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