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YA54 WRL

2004 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,353 mi
Last recorded35,353 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2021
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA54 WRL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2021 35,353 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 35,035 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 34,927 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 34,921 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2016 34,695 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 34,695 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 May 2015 31,819 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 May 2015 31,819 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2014 29,392 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 27,239 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 21,822 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 19,542 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 16,444 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 12,846 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 11,145 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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YA54 WRL is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YA54 WRL, 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 YA54 WRL registered?

YA54 WRL is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 12 November 2004.

Is YA54 WRL safe to buy?

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