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T29 SJC

2003 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

36,216 mi
Last recorded36,216 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT29 SJC
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 36,216 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 36,196 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 36,180 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 36,097 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 35,969 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 35,890 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 35,661 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 35,560 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2016 35,560 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 35,236 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 34,755 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 29 Mar 2012 34,717 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 34,470 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 33,848 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 33,258 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 26,784 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Mar 2006 17,693 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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T29 SJC is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 T29 SJC, 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 T29 SJC registered?

T29 SJC is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is T29 SJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for T29 SJC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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