£20,250
2003 Lotus Elise S2 135R Only 18,300 miles from new – build number 6 of just 100
United Kingdom • 27 Jul 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 2003 Lotus Elise S2 135R is a rare, limited-edition model with low mileage (18,300 miles) and a comprehensive service history. It has been well-maintained and stored, making it a highly collectible example.
Condition
9
The car is described as being in 'superb condition throughout' with only 18,300 miles. It has been garaged, well cared for, and placed in dry storage, indicating it's been well-preserved. There are no known mechanical issues, and it comes with a comprehensive service history.
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[Transmission]
Transmission:
SCCMA111X3HC74633
Chassis No:
Odometer:
18,300 miles
S21 OTU
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
MOT – October 2025 Offered here is a rare and highly collectible 2003 Lotus Elise S2 135R — number 6 of just 100 examples produced for the UK market.
Finished in factory Mica Silver, a colour exclusive to this limited-edition model, and complemented by a blue Alcantara interior, the 135R represents one of the most driver-focused and desirable variants of the Elise range.
The vendor informs us that the car has covered just 18,300 genuine miles from new and remains in superb condition throughout.
Reportedly never tracked or abused, it has been kept garaged and well cared for.
The vehicle was placed in dry storage from 2020 until 2025, and has recently been recommissioned and serviced in July 2025.
The vendor also advises there are no known mechanical issues, and the car is supplied with a comprehensive service history, including the original service booklet, purchase invoice, and a letter of authenticity from Lotus Cars, further verifying its provenance.
In addition to its factory ...
Points of note
£15,000
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£20,604
Median Price (Since 2020)
£49,077
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Oct 09 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
18,543 miles
Registration Date
2003-05-31
MOT History
Passed
On Oct 10 2025 with 18,543 miles
Passed
On Oct 10 2024 with 18,349 miles
Passed
On Oct 09 2023 with 18,239 miles
Passed
On Feb 22 2023 with 18,018 miles
Passed
On Oct 20 2021 with 17,679 miles
Passed
On Nov 23 2020 with 16,882 miles
Passed
On Jun 08 2019 with 15,378 miles
Passed
On May 17 2017 with 13,845 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Wheel stiff to turn
- Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Failed
On May 04 2017 with 13,840 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm to 1.8mm tread depth at lowest (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Front Wheel stiff to turn
- Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Nearside Rear Nail in tyre
Passed
On Apr 27 2016 with 12,827 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Passed
On Apr 24 2015 with 11,608 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
User Entered:
- Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Passed
On May 06 2014 with 10,869 miles
Passed
On May 17 2013 with 10,776 miles
Passed
On May 24 2012 with 9,291 miles
Passed
On Apr 20 2011 with 8,758 miles
Passed
On May 27 2010 with 8,442 miles
Passed
On May 19 2009 with 8,000 miles
Passed
On May 29 2008 with 6,896 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- 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)
Passed
On May 31 2007 with 6,140 miles
Passed
On May 30 2006 with 5,051 miles
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