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BK04 EWT

2004 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,538 mi
Last recorded28,538 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK04 EWT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2026 28,538 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 27,524 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 27,481 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 27,277 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 26,407 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 26,025 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 25,316 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 24,360 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 22,694 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 22,138 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 21,474 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 21,059 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 20,695 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 20,281 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 19,841 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 19,259 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 18,667 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 11,611 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 10,626 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 9,397 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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BK04 EWT is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 BK04 EWT, 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.

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What year was BK04 EWT registered?

BK04 EWT is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 May 2004.

Is BK04 EWT safe to buy?

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