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OU54 FKJ

2004 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

15,264 mi
Last recorded15,264 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2024
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU54 FKJ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2024 15,264 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all round (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Coil spring corroded all round (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2023 15,057 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 14,902 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 14,820 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 14,574 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 14,353 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 14,150 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 13,399 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 13,169 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 12,848 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 12,601 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 12,146 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 11,655 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 10,504 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 6,968 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 2,560 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 1,147 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 1,145 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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OU54 FKJ is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 OU54 FKJ, 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 OU54 FKJ registered?

OU54 FKJ is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 21 October 2004.

Is OU54 FKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU54 FKJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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