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RK04 AXB

2004 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

61,462 mi
Last recorded61,462 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2013
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK04 AXB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2013 61,462 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 6 Aug 2013 61,452 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 55,767 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Jun 2011 47,039 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 47,039 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 38,949 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 32,789 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 26,395 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 20,911 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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RK04 AXB is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RK04 AXB, 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 RK04 AXB registered?

RK04 AXB is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 6 July 2004.

Is RK04 AXB safe to buy?

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