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L2 USX

2003 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,123 mi
Last recorded67,123 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL2 USX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 67,123 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2026 67,123 miles

Side repeater missing BULB NOT FITTED (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2025 66,892 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2025 66,892 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2024 66,490 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 66,377 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2023 66,377 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 66,165 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 66,055 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 65,991 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 65,256 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 64,816 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 64,816 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Jun 2017 63,131 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 61,596 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 60,635 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 58,176 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 57,502 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 57,502 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 52,386 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 45,517 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 38,056 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 27,925 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 17,917 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 12,116 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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L2 USX is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L2 USX, 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 L2 USX registered?

L2 USX is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 22 August 2003.

Is L2 USX safe to buy?

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