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R111 OCD

2004 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

45,274 mi
Last recorded45,274 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR111 OCD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2021 45,274 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 44,813 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 42,076 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 41,446 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 39,840 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 38,227 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 36,461 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 34,126 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 22 Apr 2009 31,775 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 30,409 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 22,928 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 22,928 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

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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R111 OCD is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R111 OCD, 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 R111 OCD registered?

R111 OCD is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 28 April 2004.

Is R111 OCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R111 OCD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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