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SN04 BYD

2004 Lotus Elise

Cream Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,273 mi
Last recorded41,273 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN04 BYD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2023 41,273 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2023 41,271 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 40,605 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 38,714 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2021 38,714 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 36,461 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 36,090 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 35,849 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 35,513 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 34,179 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 30,522 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 27,008 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 27,007 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 May 2012 26,173 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

hazard light switch tempremental

Pass 25 May 2011 25,255 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 23,236 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 23,227 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Upper Coil spring mounting fractured (2.4.C.3b)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 May 2009 21,724 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 18,017 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 13,766 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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SN04 BYD is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Cream with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SN04 BYD, 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

How do I check the history of SN04 BYD?

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What year was SN04 BYD registered?

SN04 BYD is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 7 May 2004.

Is SN04 BYD safe to buy?

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