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S2 WHX

2003 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

36,526 mi
Last recorded36,526 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS2 WHX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 36,526 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 35,452 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2024 34,752 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 33,740 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 31,328 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 30,893 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 29,526 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 28,274 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 27,586 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2017 27,586 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 26,818 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 26,155 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 25,235 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 25,175 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 24,274 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 22,058 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 19,002 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 16,862 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 13,949 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

under tray fitted to car at time of test

Pass 5 Apr 2007 9,870 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 7,249 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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S2 WHX is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 S2 WHX, 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 S2 WHX registered?

S2 WHX is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 January 2003.

Is S2 WHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S2 WHX shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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