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BAZ 1713

2004 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

57,308 mi
Last recorded57,308 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAZ 1713
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 57,308 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 56,271 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 55,208 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 54,772 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 54,458 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 54,335 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 53,504 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 52,225 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 51,389 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 15 Apr 2016 50,660 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2015 49,878 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2015 49,877 miles

Nearside Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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 15 Apr 2014 49,235 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 45,267 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 44,414 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 44,414 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 42,693 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 40,636 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 38,165 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 34,725 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 31,077 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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BAZ 1713 is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 BAZ 1713, 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 BAZ 1713 registered?

BAZ 1713 is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 April 2004.

Is BAZ 1713 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAZ 1713 shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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