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A3 XGE

2004 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

43,781 mi
Last recorded43,781 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 XGE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 43,781 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 42,520 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2024 42,520 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Mar 2023 40,793 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 40,431 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 39,775 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 39,459 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 38,910 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 38,071 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 38,051 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 36,771 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 36,731 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 36,726 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Fail 16 May 2009 33,529 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2009 33,529 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 26,289 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 17,808 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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A3 XGE is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 A3 XGE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A3 XGE registered?

A3 XGE is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 May 2004.

Is A3 XGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 XGE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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