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262 LCV

2004 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

62,349 mi
Last recorded62,349 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration262 LCV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 62,349 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 62,336 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 62,323 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 62,313 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 62,249 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 62,187 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 62,017 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 61,541 miles

General corrosion to all suspension arms and components front and rear

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 29 May 2018 61,541 miles

General corrosion to all suspension arms and components front and rear

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 May 2017 60,959 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 59,915 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 57,204 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 53,542 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 49,379 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 49,379 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 44,781 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 40,146 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 36,827 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 36,827 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 33,107 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 29,221 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 24,747 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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262 LCV is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2004 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 34,392 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 262 LCV, 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 22 years old, this Lotus Elise is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 262 LCV registered?

262 LCV is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 October 2004.

Is 262 LCV safe to buy?

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