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T99 LOT

2004 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,362 mi
Last recorded30,362 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT99 LOT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 12 Dec 2025 30,362 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 28,460 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 26,207 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 22,358 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 19,013 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 16,500 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 14,650 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 14,447 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 13,795 miles

Front wiper blade is smeary

Pass 12 Aug 2016 13,241 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 12,713 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 12,412 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 11,713 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 10,720 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 9,986 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 9,121 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 8,462 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 7,394 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 5,917 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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T99 LOT is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Yellow 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 T99 LOT, 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 T99 LOT?

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What year was T99 LOT registered?

T99 LOT is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 June 2004.

Is T99 LOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T99 LOT shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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