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WX53 EWW

2003 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

62,383 mi
Last recorded62,383 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 EWW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 62,383 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 61,985 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 61,515 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 61,050 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 60,621 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 60,182 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 59,644 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 58,718 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 56,961 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 56,086 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 54,813 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 53,343 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 51,469 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 49,365 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 46,183 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 43,110 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 37,827 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 32,664 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 24,600 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 14,688 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 14,688 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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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WX53 EWW is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Grey 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 WX53 EWW, 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 WX53 EWW registered?

WX53 EWW is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 September 2003.

Is WX53 EWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX53 EWW 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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