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L111 RCR

2003 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

60,565 mi
Last recorded60,565 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL111 RCR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 60,565 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 55,555 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 51,084 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 48,410 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 38,141 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 9 Jul 2021 27,683 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 19,637 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2020 19,637 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 77,897 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 77,897 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 70,918 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 67,246 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 62,081 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 58,250 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 57,239 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013
Pass 4 Apr 2012 50,219 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 50,217 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting fractured (2.4.C.3b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 45,717 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 38,920 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 29,292 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 25,335 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 15,335 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 12,895 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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L111 RCR is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 L111 RCR, 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 L111 RCR registered?

L111 RCR is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is L111 RCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L111 RCR shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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