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AO57 CNF

2007 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

44,288 mi
Last recorded44,288 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO57 CNF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 44,288 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

n/s/r tyre tread on approx 2.5mm

small chip n/s/f windcreen

Pass 11 Jun 2024 43,268 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 42,326 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2022 41,740 miles
Fail 23 May 2022 41,734 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 41,508 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 41,112 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 40,327 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 38,743 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 38,673 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 38,661 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 38,136 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 34,977 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 32,071 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 29,741 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 27,244 miles

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

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

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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AO57 CNF is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2007 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 29,289 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 AO57 CNF, 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 19 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 AO57 CNF registered?

AO57 CNF is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 16 October 2007.

Is AO57 CNF safe to buy?

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