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LJ03 LVR

2003 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

24,108 mi
Last recorded24,108 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 LVR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 24,108 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2026 24,080 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 23,193 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 21,841 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 21,432 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 20,128 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 20,121 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Wiper blade condition has not been checked also (3.5 (a))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 19,953 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 18,823 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 18,492 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 18,437 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 18,337 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 18,075 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 17,249 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 17,067 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 16,765 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 16,094 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2010 16,094 miles

Rear Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 15,772 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 15,772 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 2 May 2008 14,065 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 11,506 miles

Hazzard lamp switch initialy failed to work, †After repeated use all now OK.

Pass 24 Mar 2006 6,942 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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LJ03 LVR is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 LJ03 LVR, 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 LJ03 LVR registered?

LJ03 LVR is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is LJ03 LVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 LVR shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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