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AU04 EFN

2004 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

79,964 mi
Last recorded79,964 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Lotus Exige28,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU04 EFN
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 79,964 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 77,254 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 74,677 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 73,083 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 70,379 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 68,592 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 66,346 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 64,257 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 61,394 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 58,979 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 56,732 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 55,220 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jul 2014 55,220 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 53,295 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 51,329 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 48,975 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 46,205 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 43,035 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 42,977 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 39,014 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 38,998 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2007 34,243 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Exige?

Based on 20,795 MOT tests across 2,298 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
1,345
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,298
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 417
Headlamp aim too high 214
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 205
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 178
Headlamp aim too low 155
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AU04 EFN is a 2004 Lotus Exige in Black 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 Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 28,529 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Exige fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 417 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU04 EFN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Exige typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Lotus Exige is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU04 EFN registered?

AU04 EFN is a 2004 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is AU04 EFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU04 EFN shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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