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RX04 HJK

2004 Lotus Elise

Maroon Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,612 mi
Last recorded22,612 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX04 HJK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 5 May 2026 22,612 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 22,285 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 21,950 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 21,423 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 21,084 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 20,699 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 20,204 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 19,715 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 19,205 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 18,450 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 17,433 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 16,360 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 8 Jun 2013 15,628 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 14,894 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 13,923 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 12,384 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 10,909 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 8,701 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 7,126 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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RX04 HJK is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Maroon with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RX04 HJK, 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 RX04 HJK registered?

RX04 HJK is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 26 April 2004.

Is RX04 HJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX04 HJK shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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