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LK04 YTR

2004 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

11,880 mi
Last recorded11,880 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK04 YTR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 11,880 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 11,619 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 11,135 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 10,783 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 10,361 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 9,910 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 9,489 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 8,986 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 8,415 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 8,090 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 7,517 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 6,826 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 6,002 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 5,273 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 4,124 miles

Nearside Rear 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 16 Nov 2010 2,126 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2009 1,110 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

Pass 7 Nov 2009 1,110 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2008 10,476 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Nov 2008 10,476 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 8,359 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 7,584 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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LK04 YTR is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 LK04 YTR, 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 LK04 YTR registered?

LK04 YTR is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 May 2004.

Is LK04 YTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK04 YTR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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