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WDV 135R

2004 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

74,767 mi
Last recorded74,767 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2018
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDV 135R
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2018 74,767 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 72,703 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 70,357 miles

cut to o/s/f tyre outer side wall

Pass 5 Mar 2015 66,440 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 62,021 miles

front brake discs in poor condition

rear brake discs in poor condition

Pass 30 Oct 2012 56,398 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 52,114 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 52,114 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 47,055 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 42,839 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 34,183 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 34,183 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 20,718 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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WDV 135R is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 WDV 135R, 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 WDV 135R registered?

WDV 135R is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 22 November 2004.

Is WDV 135R safe to buy?

The MOT history for WDV 135R shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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