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RX03 XWB

2003 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

67,250 mi
Last recorded67,250 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX03 XWB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 67,250 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 66,781 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside side repeaters. (4.4.3 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread plate damaged. (0.1 (b))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and offside deteriorated. (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 65,799 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 23 May 2023 65,623 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt N/S & O/S Perished (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured N/S & O/S (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 65,328 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Slight Damaged To Outer Casing, Not Effecting Function (7.1.2 (d))

Reverse Lights In-op

Side repeater slightly discoloured N/S & O/S (4.4.3 (a))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt N/S & O/S (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 65,211 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 65,178 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Service brake excessively binding all four brakes stuck on. (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 23" (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake servo inoperative no travel in brake pedal or difference in feel with engine running or not. (1.1.10 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

unable to inspect wheel bearings as brakes are all stuck on.

Pass 11 Apr 2019 64,813 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 64,710 miles

under trays fitted, not allowing a full inspection of the underside of vehicle.

Pass 16 Sep 2016 63,039 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 63,039 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 62,151 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 61,176 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 61,156 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 57,695 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 52,086 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 47,852 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 47,852 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 39,954 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2008 32,421 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 24,535 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 17,974 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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RX03 XWB is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RX03 XWB, 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.

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What year was RX03 XWB registered?

RX03 XWB is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 22 April 2003.

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