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LS02 RRR

2003 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

54,469 mi
Last recorded54,469 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS02 RRR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 54,469 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt cracked/perishing (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt cracked/perishing (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 52,627 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2025 52,524 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 50,616 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 48,721 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 47,782 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 46,950 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 45,900 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 45,326 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 43,077 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 42,860 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 41,858 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 41,858 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 May 2015 40,394 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 38,142 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 37,949 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 37,137 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 36,956 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 33,122 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 30,188 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 28,118 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 26,164 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 24,009 miles

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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LS02 RRR is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 LS02 RRR, 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 LS02 RRR registered?

LS02 RRR is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 7 April 2003.

Is LS02 RRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS02 RRR shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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