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W2 KLV

2004 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

50,369 mi
Last recorded50,369 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW2 KLV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 50,369 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 50,221 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 50,150 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 49,925 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 49,740 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 49,355 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 48,352 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 47,435 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 46,157 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 44,856 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 43,108 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 41,344 miles

Front tyres worn and slightly perished

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Feb 2014 39,225 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 37,010 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2013 36,999 miles

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 33,973 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 27,330 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 22,278 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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W2 KLV is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 W2 KLV, 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 W2 KLV registered?

W2 KLV is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 April 2004.

Is W2 KLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W2 KLV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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