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P1 AEB

2003 Lotus Elise

Cream Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,746 mi
Last recorded17,746 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP1 AEB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2025 17,746 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 17,381 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 16,965 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 16,861 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 16,388 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 16,360 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 16,230 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 16,221 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 15,882 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 15,604 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 15,259 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 14,451 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 13,438 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 12,631 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 11,835 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 11,112 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 10,318 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 9,262 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 7,931 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 6,901 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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P1 AEB is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Cream with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 P1 AEB, 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 P1 AEB registered?

P1 AEB is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is P1 AEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P1 AEB shows 20 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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