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KY04 EHZ

2004 Lotus Elise

Maroon Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

22,364 mi
Last recorded22,364 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY04 EHZ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 22,364 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 22,320 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 21,850 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 21,488 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 20,692 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 19,965 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 19,337 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 18,558 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 14,056 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 9,174 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 9,047 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2014 9,014 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 8,964 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 8,727 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 8,328 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 7,501 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 6,092 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 4,758 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 4,758 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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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KY04 EHZ is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Maroon with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 KY04 EHZ, 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 KY04 EHZ registered?

KY04 EHZ is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 June 2004.

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The MOT history for KY04 EHZ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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