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L70 SRL

2003 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,277 mi
Last recorded18,277 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL70 SRL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 26 Nov 2025 18,277 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 18,141 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 17,828 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 17,309 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 17,227 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 16,780 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 16,154 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 15,088 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 13,706 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 12,112 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 8,908 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 7,180 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 5,430 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 4,998 miles

n/s handbrake does not return fully

Pass 24 May 2010 4,811 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 4,226 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 1,690 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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L70 SRL is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L70 SRL, 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

How do I check the history of L70 SRL?

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What year was L70 SRL registered?

L70 SRL is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 16 March 2003.

Is L70 SRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L70 SRL shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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