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RK53 JZE

2004 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

101,274 mi
Last recorded101,274 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2019
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK53 JZE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2019 101,274 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 96,018 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 93,446 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Wiper poor

Pass 16 May 2016 87,128 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Several chips in screen

Pass 15 May 2015 80,482 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 80,482 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 May 2014 73,771 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 71,567 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jan 2012 69,484 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 65,753 miles

exhaust leaking from flexi/ front pipe

Pass 15 Jan 2010 61,267 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 54,712 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 47,526 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2007 47,526 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres worn inner edge & perrished

Pass 13 Dec 2006 41,405 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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RK53 JZE is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RK53 JZE, 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 RK53 JZE registered?

RK53 JZE is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 10 January 2004.

Is RK53 JZE safe to buy?

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