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RY03 JHZ

2003 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

25,557 mi
Last recorded25,557 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY03 JHZ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 25,557 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 25,340 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 24,827 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 24,574 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 23,939 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 23,722 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Valve perishing (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Valve perishing (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 23,481 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 22,744 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 21,354 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 20,961 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 20,407 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 19,717 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Aug 2014 19,717 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Aug 2013 19,360 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 18,849 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 18,110 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 17,843 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 17,613 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 16,296 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 13,035 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 13,032 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 9,993 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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RY03 JHZ 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 90.9%.

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 RY03 JHZ, 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 RY03 JHZ registered?

RY03 JHZ is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 August 2003.

Is RY03 JHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY03 JHZ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RY03 JHZ have outstanding finance?

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