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Y50 RGB

2003 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

26,301 mi
Last recorded26,301 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY50 RGB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 26,301 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 26,195 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 25,880 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 25,877 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 25,516 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 25,258 miles

under carriage prevent further inspections

Pass 23 Jul 2019 25,029 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2019 25,026 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 24,993 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 24,753 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 24,421 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 24,293 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 23,708 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 23,530 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 22,080 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 21,416 miles

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 21,416 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 21,120 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 20,718 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 19,729 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 15,370 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 22 Mar 2006 10,775 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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Y50 RGB is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 Y50 RGB, 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 Y50 RGB registered?

Y50 RGB is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is Y50 RGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y50 RGB shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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