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T23 MBX

2003 Lotus Elise

Cream Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,699 mi
Last recorded28,699 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2026 28,699 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 28,560 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 26,887 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 18,693 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 18,190 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 17,654 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 17,096 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 16,613 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 16,547 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 16,288 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 16,139 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 15,978 miles

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 15,567 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 15,036 miles

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 28 May 2008 14,101 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 13,241 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 11,552 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 MBX is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Cream with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MBX, 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 T23 MBX registered?

T23 MBX is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 26 April 2003.

Is T23 MBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for T23 MBX shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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