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RX54 HFW

2004 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

72,888 mi
Last recorded72,888 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX54 HFW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 72,888 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

near side front and rear shockers damp

Pass 28 Mar 2025 72,781 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 68,662 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2023 68,623 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2022 68,461 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 68,160 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 67,636 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 67,218 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 64,999 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Dec 2014 55,344 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 53,112 miles

Emissions limits only just reached,fuel system cleaner added

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 46,922 miles

Nearside front fog light lens cracked

interior mirror missing

Fail 18 Nov 2011 42,645 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 42,645 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 37,008 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 31,496 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 31,496 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 26,835 miles

off side front seat belt has locking device fitted to belt c g lock it may damged seat belt web

Pass 29 Nov 2007 23,144 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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RX54 HFW is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RX54 HFW, 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 RX54 HFW registered?

RX54 HFW is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 October 2004.

Is RX54 HFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX54 HFW shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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