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Y2 AWR

2003 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

16,183 mi
Last recorded16,183 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY2 AWR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 16,183 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 16,089 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 15,750 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All brake discs have slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 15,548 miles

Nearside Front Upper ball joint cover slightly deteriorated

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 15,463 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 15,318 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 15,267 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 14,947 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 14,798 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 14,625 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 14,514 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 14,236 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 13,915 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 13,495 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 12,721 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 12,037 miles

Coolant leak

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)

Fail 3 Oct 2008 12,037 miles

Coolant leak

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 10,736 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 9,629 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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Y2 AWR is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 Y2 AWR, 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 Y2 AWR registered?

Y2 AWR is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 7 October 2003.

Is Y2 AWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y2 AWR shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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