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W4 KEG

2003 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

52,202 mi
Last recorded52,202 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW4 KEG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 52,202 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 52,054 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 51,719 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2024 51,719 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 51,320 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 50,921 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2011 45,474 miles

Front brake disc(s) slightly corroded

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc(s) slightly corroded

Fail 5 Oct 2011 45,474 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc(s) slightly corroded

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc(s) slightly corroded

Pass 5 Aug 2010 42,808 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 42,808 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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine light on

Pass 1 Sep 2009 33,592 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 24,643 miles

wiper blade split

Fail 19 Aug 2008 24,627 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

wiper blade split

Pass 13 Apr 2007 23,812 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 22,509 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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W4 KEG is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 W4 KEG, 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 W4 KEG registered?

W4 KEG is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 February 2003.

Is W4 KEG safe to buy?

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