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RUI 5246

2004 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

35,930 mi
Last recorded35,930 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUI 5246
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2019 35,930 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 35,067 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 34,617 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 33,039 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 32,834 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

wiper blade not fitted properly but is secure

Fail 4 Jun 2014 32,817 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

hand brake cable corroded

wiper blade not fitted properly in arm but is secure

Pass 22 May 2013 30,198 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 27,769 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 25,010 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 21,093 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 18,161 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres starting to perish

Pass 29 May 2008 13,828 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 10,759 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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RUI 5246 is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Red 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 RUI 5246, 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 RUI 5246 registered?

RUI 5246 is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 June 2004.

Is RUI 5246 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUI 5246 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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