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S19 ODB

2003 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

15,507 mi
Last recorded15,507 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

RegistrationS19 ODB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 15,507 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 15,466 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Nov 2024 15,466 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 15,437 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component ball joint has slight play tie rod arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 15,373 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 14,454 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 14,329 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 14,241 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 14,104 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 13,690 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 13,630 miles

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

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

Rear tyres getting low in tread

Pass 25 Nov 2015 13,044 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit NSF & OSF (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 11,918 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 11,918 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 10,924 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 8,436 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 5,581 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 3,409 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 2,929 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 2,738 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 2,688 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 4 May 2006 2,416 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 2,413 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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S19 ODB is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 S19 ODB, 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

How do I check the history of S19 ODB?

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What year was S19 ODB registered?

S19 ODB is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 11 July 2003.

Is S19 ODB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S19 ODB shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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