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AY04 NRX

2004 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

39,219 mi
Last recorded39,219 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY04 NRX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 39,219 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 38,728 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2024 38,717 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 38,131 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2023 38,124 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 37,516 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 36,979 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 36,972 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 36,118 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 34,258 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 32,334 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 30,357 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 28,309 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 25,956 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2014 23,628 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 21,251 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 19,195 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 17,192 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 14,988 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 12,748 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 10,520 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 10,520 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 8,344 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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AY04 NRX is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 AY04 NRX, 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

How do I check the history of AY04 NRX?

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What year was AY04 NRX registered?

AY04 NRX is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 3 March 2004.

Is AY04 NRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY04 NRX shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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