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P4 XJC

2003 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

32,310 mi
Last recorded32,310 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP4 XJC
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 32,310 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2025 32,305 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 31,192 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 30,151 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 29,117 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 28,760 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 27,629 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 25,272 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 23,722 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 23,630 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 23,162 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 22,874 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 22,724 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

all shock absorber rings starting to corrode

Pass 27 Feb 2014 22,374 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 22,077 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 21,765 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 21,392 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 20,941 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 20,086 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 19,411 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 17,515 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 16,992 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 16,992 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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P4 XJC is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Red 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 P4 XJC, 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 P4 XJC registered?

P4 XJC is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is P4 XJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P4 XJC 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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