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V60 TUS

2004 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

30,025 mi
Last recorded30,025 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV60 TUS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 30,025 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 25,704 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 23,959 miles

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 22,325 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2022 20,539 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 17,356 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 16,982 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 16,533 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play N/S Rack Arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 15,873 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 14,225 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 10,403 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 10,175 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 9,945 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Oct 2012 9,672 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2011 8,947 miles

nearside front brake disc corroded.

nearside rear brake disc corroded.

offside front brake disc corroded.

offside rear brake disc corroded.

Pass 18 Oct 2010 8,349 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 7,621 miles

under vehicle covered by metal trays

Pass 19 Dec 2008 7,514 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 7,514 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 7,263 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2007 7,263 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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V60 TUS is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 V60 TUS, 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 V60 TUS?

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What year was V60 TUS registered?

V60 TUS is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 3 December 2004.

Is V60 TUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V60 TUS shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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