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BEL 5Y

2004 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,364 mi
Last recorded8,364 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEL 5Y
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Feb 2017 8,364 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 8,290 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 8,215 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 8,100 miles

nearside front tyre was manufactured in 2002

nearside rear tyre was manufactured in 2002

offside front tyre was manufactured in 2001, has bad cracks in tread

offside rear tyre was manufactured in 2002

Pass 1 Feb 2013 8,039 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 7,884 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 7,815 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 7,727 miles

all discs slightly corroded

Pass 25 Apr 2009 7,296 miles

all brake discs rusted up due to low vehicle usage

Pass 14 Mar 2008 6,238 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 5,565 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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BEL 5Y is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BEL 5Y, 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 BEL 5Y?

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What year was BEL 5Y registered?

BEL 5Y is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 18 March 2004.

Is BEL 5Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEL 5Y shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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