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NK04 BOV

2004 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,431 mi
Last recorded41,431 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK04 BOV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 5 Dec 2025 41,431 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 40,671 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 39,387 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 39,338 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 38,662 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 37,811 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 37,386 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 36,927 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 35,390 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 33,927 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 32,642 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 30,677 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 28,714 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 26,910 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 25,067 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 22,825 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 21,064 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2009 18,633 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 27 Mar 2008 15,219 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 11,965 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 BOV 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 100%.

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 NK04 BOV, 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 BOV registered?

NK04 BOV is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 15 March 2004.

Is NK04 BOV safe to buy?

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