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AO57 CNV

2007 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,127 mi
Last recorded64,127 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO57 CNV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 64,127 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 64,100 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 63,840 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 63,313 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 61,688 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 59,713 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 58,246 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 56,237 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 126,932 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2016 53,041 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 51,478 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 51,471 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 48,086 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 36,968 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 30,821 miles

front wiper smearing

Fail 22 Mar 2012 30,821 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front wiper smearing

Pass 25 Oct 2010 29,468 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 29,468 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 CNV is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 AO57 CNV, 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 CNV registered?

AO57 CNV is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 November 2007.

Is AO57 CNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO57 CNV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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