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AU04 EFX

2004 Lotus Elise

Bronze Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

12,356 mi
Last recorded12,356 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU04 EFX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 12,356 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 12,331 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 12,226 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 12,176 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2023 12,176 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 12,059 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 11,828 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 11,716 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 11,626 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 11,514 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 11,474 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 11,381 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2016 11,381 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 11,274 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 11,107 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 10,966 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 10,793 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 10,511 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 10,164 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 9,765 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 9,765 miles

Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 9,500 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 8,967 miles

small cracks to both front tyres inside treads

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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AU04 EFX is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Bronze with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 AU04 EFX, 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 AU04 EFX registered?

AU04 EFX is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is AU04 EFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU04 EFX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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