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L111 TOS

2003 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

58,341 mi
Last recorded58,341 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL111 TOS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 58,341 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 58,331 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 58,220 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 57,639 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 57,468 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 56,275 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 54,241 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 52,723 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 47,129 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 46,014 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 40,671 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 46,270 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 36,170 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Apr 2010 36,124 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2008 32,479 miles

brake pads low

Pass 20 Nov 2007 25,961 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 17,807 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 TOS is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 TOS, 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 TOS registered?

L111 TOS is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is L111 TOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L111 TOS shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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