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YJ03 KKA

2003 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

128,973 mi
Last recorded128,973 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elise33,657 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 KKA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 128,973 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 126,298 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 122,693 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 120,880 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 117,891 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 116,557 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 113,521 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 111,240 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 108,422 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 105,300 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 99,018 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 85,909 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2013 78,779 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2012 71,774 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 71,757 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 May 2011 65,672 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 62,064 miles

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 15 Apr 2009 61,624 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2008 61,002 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 60,935 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 15 Dec 2007 60,400 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2007 60,400 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 52,809 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 52,805 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2006 42,543 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 42,543 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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YJ03 KKA is a 2003 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YJ03 KKA, 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 YJ03 KKA registered?

YJ03 KKA is a 2003 Lotus Elise, first registered on 15 March 2003.

Is YJ03 KKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ03 KKA shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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