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MAT 930F

2004 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

90,558 mi
Last recorded90,558 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAT 930F
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 90,558 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 89,837 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 87,463 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 81,604 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 79,583 miles

engine covers and or under trays fitted

Fail 20 Sep 2021 79,583 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

engine covers and or under trays fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2020 77,327 miles

Offside Front indicator lens cracked

Pass 17 Sep 2019 74,884 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 69,889 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 64,983 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 17 May 2016 52,797 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2015 39,316 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 May 2014 36,700 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 34,154 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 29,291 miles

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 12 May 2011 28,426 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 25,825 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2009 23,888 miles

All four brake discs corroded/slightly pitted

Pass 9 May 2008 21,277 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 21,277 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Slight corrosion to front road spring retaining rings.

Pass 31 Aug 2007 17,548 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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MAT 930F is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 MAT 930F, 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

How do I check the history of MAT 930F?

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What year was MAT 930F registered?

MAT 930F is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 September 2004.

Is MAT 930F safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAT 930F shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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