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WV52 LCY

2003 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

23,135 mi
Last recorded23,135 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV52 LCY
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 23,135 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 22,957 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 22,952 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 22,790 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 22,696 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 22,522 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 22,148 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 21,618 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 19,524 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 19,222 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Undertray's fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 13 Apr 2015 18,947 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2014 18,105 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 18,105 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 17,452 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 17,000 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 16,607 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 16,133 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 15,420 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 14,399 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 12,489 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 9,951 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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WV52 LCY 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 WV52 LCY, 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 WV52 LCY registered?

WV52 LCY is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 January 2003.

Is WV52 LCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV52 LCY 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.

Does WV52 LCY have outstanding finance?

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