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N25 OSS

2003 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

27,291 mi
Last recorded27,291 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN25 OSS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 27,291 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 26,877 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 25,289 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 24,642 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 23,364 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 22,479 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 21,815 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 20,815 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2019 20,815 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 20,193 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 19,761 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 18,856 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 17,457 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 15,169 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2013 15,223 miles

undershield fitted

Pass 28 May 2012 14,680 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 13,938 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 13,300 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 13,121 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 12,454 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 11,373 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 8,242 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 8,242 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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N25 OSS 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 N25 OSS, 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 N25 OSS registered?

N25 OSS is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 May 2003.

Is N25 OSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N25 OSS 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.

Does N25 OSS have outstanding finance?

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