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NK04 BPU

2004 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

50,993 mi
Last recorded50,993 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2017
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK04 BPU
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2017 50,993 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 47,769 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 47,652 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 47,466 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 46,277 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 46,229 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 45,585 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 40,379 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 40,379 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Apr 2010 34,009 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 32,263 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 29,901 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 24,576 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 BPU is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BPU, 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.

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What year was NK04 BPU registered?

NK04 BPU is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 17 March 2004.

Is NK04 BPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK04 BPU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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