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SN54 BCX

2004 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

72,939 mi
Last recorded72,939 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN54 BCX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2019 72,939 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 72,725 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 71,655 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 70,354 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 68,116 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 63,425 miles

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

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

handbrake travel high

Pass 24 Nov 2010 58,623 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 22 Oct 2009 46,365 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 30,836 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 30,836 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 17,444 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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SN54 BCX is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SN54 BCX, 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 SN54 BCX registered?

SN54 BCX is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 6 November 2004.

Is SN54 BCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN54 BCX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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