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SJ04 HLA

2004 Lotus Elise

Maroon Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

36,490 mi
Last recorded36,490 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ04 HLA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 36,490 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 35,503 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 34,465 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 32,841 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 32,310 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 31,866 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 30,651 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 26,539 miles

Both near side tyres perished

Pass 4 Apr 2017 25,987 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 25,987 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 27 May 2016 23,743 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 21,958 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 20,155 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 18,312 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 16,580 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 14,874 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 13,245 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 11,655 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 9,529 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 7,635 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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SJ04 HLA is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Maroon with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 SJ04 HLA, 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 SJ04 HLA registered?

SJ04 HLA is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 25 May 2004.

Is SJ04 HLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ04 HLA shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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