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RX04 UCB

2004 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,881 mi
Last recorded32,881 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX04 UCB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 26 May 2026 32,881 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2025 32,555 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2024 32,034 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2023 31,107 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2022 30,053 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2021 28,670 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 26,818 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 24,404 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 May 2018 22,045 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2017 19,401 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 16,080 miles

Engine Covers & Front To Rear Undertrays Fitted Obscuring Some Components

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 19 May 2015 12,274 miles

Full Under Vehicle Cover Front too Rear Fitted Obscuring Various Components

Pass 20 May 2014 9,298 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 8,657 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 8,100 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 7,780 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 7,533 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 6,929 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 6,500 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 UCB is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Blue 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 UCB, 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 RX04 UCB registered?

RX04 UCB is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 June 2004.

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