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YJ04 THP

2004 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

54,785 mi
Last recorded54,785 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2016
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ04 THP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2016 54,785 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear. (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 53,928 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 53,613 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

OSF fog light illuminates when main beam switch is operated.

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 53,228 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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)

Fail 4 Jul 2013 53,228 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 51,452 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside front tyre is perrishing.

Pass 4 Jul 2011 49,731 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 38,092 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 22,552 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 13,026 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 12,054 miles

underside of vehicle fitted with full covers unable to check certain components

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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YJ04 THP is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YJ04 THP, 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 YJ04 THP registered?

YJ04 THP is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 24 May 2004.

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