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NK04 BNX

2004 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

43,245 mi
Last recorded43,245 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2013
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK04 BNX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 21 Dec 2013 43,245 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Dec 2013 43,245 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013 43,215 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2012 40,569 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 37,675 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 37,672 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 31,683 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 31,683 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 24,955 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 5 Jul 2007 19,266 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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NK04 BNX is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 NK04 BNX, 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 NK04 BNX registered?

NK04 BNX is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 March 2004.

Is NK04 BNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK04 BNX shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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