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WX03 ODG

2003 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

64,724 mi
Last recorded64,724 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX03 ODG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 64,724 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 63,976 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 62,298 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 60,434 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 60,370 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 59,938 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 59,445 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 58,555 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 55,995 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 55,080 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 54,244 miles

EMISSIONS = ADDITIVE ADDED TO FUEL = TEMP/FIX

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 16 Mar 2016 54,244 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 52,898 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2014 51,876 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2013 48,803 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 44,949 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 41,019 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 35,929 miles

front and rear brake pads worn low

Pass 25 Apr 2009 30,474 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 24,018 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 9,603 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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WX03 ODG is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Silver 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 WX03 ODG, 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

How do I check the history of WX03 ODG?

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What year was WX03 ODG registered?

WX03 ODG is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is WX03 ODG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX03 ODG 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.

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