CarVerify

Free Car Check

VX54 VBT

2004 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

120,193 mi
Last recorded120,193 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX54 VBT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2026 120,193 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 117,352 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 114,040 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 108,890 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 103,603 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 97,000 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2020 91,448 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 85,548 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 77,331 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 70,223 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 60,581 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 52,889 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 1 May 2014 48,288 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)

under trays fitted obscuring components.

Pass 11 Apr 2013 42,157 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2012 35,969 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

coolant level low

wiper blades smearing screen

Pass 28 Apr 2011 28,859 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 21,469 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 18,623 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 11,861 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
Full Lotus Elise reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VX54 VBT 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 VX54 VBT, 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 VX54 VBT?

You can check the full history of VX54 VBT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VX54 VBT registered?

VX54 VBT is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 6 October 2004.

Is VX54 VBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX54 VBT 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.

Does VX54 VBT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VX54 VBT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.