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WU04 GGE

2004 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

35,010 mi
Last recorded35,010 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU04 GGE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 35,010 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 34,496 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 34,210 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2021 34,198 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 34,193 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 34,117 miles

both rear brake discs slightly rusty

Pass 3 Jul 2017 33,810 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 33,751 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 33,512 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 33,387 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 33,387 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 33,148 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 32,840 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 29,667 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 25,927 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 23,298 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 18,042 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 16,441 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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WU04 GGE is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Grey 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 WU04 GGE, 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.

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What year was WU04 GGE registered?

WU04 GGE is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 18 June 2004.

Is WU04 GGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU04 GGE 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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