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N16 EJW

2004 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

41,130 mi
Last recorded41,130 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN16 EJW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 41,130 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2026 41,130 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2025 39,739 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 36,074 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2024 36,074 miles

Nearside Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2023 35,077 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 33,541 miles

Extensive full length undertrays limiting inspection

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Various suspension and steering components corroded

Fail 30 Jun 2022 33,541 miles

Extensive full length undertrays limiting inspection

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Various suspension and steering components corroded

Pass 17 Jun 2021 32,063 miles

All shocks and springs corroding.

Both front tyres 17 years old.

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge worn. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Spotlamp not working.

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner disc face heavily corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner disc face heavily corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear toe links/bars corroding.

Pass 26 Jun 2020 29,011 miles

All suspension shocks and springs corroding.

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face heavily corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Toe bar/joints. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face heavily corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Toe bar/joints. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2020 29,011 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

All suspension shocks and springs corroding.

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face heavily corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Toe bar/joints. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face heavily corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Toe bar/joints. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 26,940 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 23,366 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 20,825 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 18,704 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 16,881 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 28 Mar 2014 15,561 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 14,511 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 13,843 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 12,635 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 11,815 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 10,273 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 8,528 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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N16 EJW is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N16 EJW, 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 N16 EJW registered?

N16 EJW is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 6 September 2004.

Is N16 EJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N16 EJW shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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