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M2 MJM

2004 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

58,989 mi
Last recorded58,989 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM2 MJM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 58,989 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 58,762 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 57,615 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 56,342 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 55,648 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 54,683 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 53,899 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 52,394 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 50,443 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 48,222 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 46,268 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 44,380 miles

Handbrake outer cable worn

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2013 41,751 miles

Front registration plate has been cut down

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 38,008 miles

front number plate has been cut down

Pass 28 Feb 2011 35,761 miles

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

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)

Fail 28 Feb 2011 35,761 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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 2 Feb 2010 33,497 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 30,017 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 24,910 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 19,005 miles

fog light switch intermittent fault

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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M2 MJM is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Blue 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 M2 MJM, 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 M2 MJM registered?

M2 MJM is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 February 2004.

Is M2 MJM safe to buy?

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