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T23 LTS

2003 Lotus Elise

Cream Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

13,527 mi
Last recorded13,527 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT23 LTS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 13,527 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 13,462 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 13,264 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 13,028 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 12,870 miles

Nearside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 12,719 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2019 12,717 miles

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system grabbing severely handbrake not releasing (1.3.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 12,297 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 11,917 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 11,821 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 11,303 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 11,099 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 11,099 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 9,991 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 8,460 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 7,287 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 6,219 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 6,219 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 5,172 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 3,527 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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T23 LTS is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Cream with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 T23 LTS, 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 T23 LTS registered?

T23 LTS is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is T23 LTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for T23 LTS shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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