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KX54 MYR

2004 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

63,196 mi
Last recorded63,196 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX54 MYR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 63,196 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 60,891 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 58,394 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 57,691 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 57,294 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 57,041 miles

engine covers / under body covers fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Apr 2018 52,290 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 52,290 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 May 2017 50,941 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 50,941 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 48,569 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Pass 17 Jul 2014 41,487 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Jul 2013 39,486 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 39,486 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 39,330 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 39,099 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 37,214 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2011 37,214 miles

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 34,746 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 34,746 miles

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 34,575 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 34,575 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Feb 2009 27,491 miles

Exhaust heatshield fixings corroded.

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 26,996 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 26,920 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 22,460 miles

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

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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KX54 MYR is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KX54 MYR, 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 KX54 MYR?

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What year was KX54 MYR registered?

KX54 MYR is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 9 September 2004.

Is KX54 MYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX54 MYR shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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