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DC03 LOT

2003 Lotus Esprit

Blue Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

14,928 mi
Last recorded14,928 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Lotus Esprit18,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC03 LOT
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 14,928 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 14,708 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 14,293 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 13,860 miles
Fail 19 May 2022 13,857 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 13,569 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 13,377 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 12,957 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 12,926 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 12,537 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 12,299 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 11,511 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight damage to n/s/r tyre innerside wall no cords showing

Pass 16 Aug 2007 10,820 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 10,109 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Esprit?

Based on 25,410 MOT tests across 2,324 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
515
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
2,324
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 624
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 464
brake binding 455
parking brake recording little or no effort 332
Headlamp aim too low 326
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DC03 LOT is a 2003 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2003 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 18,518 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Esprit fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 624 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DC03 LOT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Esprit typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 23 years old, this Lotus Esprit is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DC03 LOT registered?

DC03 LOT is a 2003 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is DC03 LOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC03 LOT shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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