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L7 USR

2004 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

78,502 mi
Last recorded78,502 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL7 USR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 78,502 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 78,124 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2024 77,794 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 77,035 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 72,618 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 66,290 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 56,289 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 55,042 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 50,267 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 48,129 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 45,953 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 43,239 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Nov 2014 43,239 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2013 36,831 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 29,880 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2011 20,589 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 17,154 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 14,557 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 11,176 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 7,307 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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L7 USR is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 L7 USR, 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 L7 USR registered?

L7 USR is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 30 April 2004.

Is L7 USR safe to buy?

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