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LJ04 MLY

2004 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,025 mi
Last recorded22,025 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2008
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 MLY
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2008 22,025 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2007 17,641 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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LJ04 MLY is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 LJ04 MLY, 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 LJ04 MLY registered?

LJ04 MLY is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is LJ04 MLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ04 MLY shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJ04 MLY have outstanding finance?

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