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NK03 JTV

2003 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,406 mi
Last recorded44,406 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK03 JTV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2026 44,406 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 44,127 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 44,039 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 44,026 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

corrosion to front and rear suspension components

under sheilds covering components

Pass 10 Apr 2019 43,701 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all four (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

undershields fitted obscuring vision

Pass 24 Mar 2018 42,995 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 42,192 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Feb 2016 40,508 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 38,375 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 36,886 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 33,428 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 32,170 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 29,805 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 26,465 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 22,398 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 17,251 miles

n/s/r tyre on legal limit of 1.6mm.

Pass 23 Jun 2006 11,155 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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NK03 JTV 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 NK03 JTV, 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 NK03 JTV registered?

NK03 JTV is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is NK03 JTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK03 JTV 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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