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AO57 CXK

2007 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

33,072 mi
Last recorded33,072 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2024
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO57 CXK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2024 33,072 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 30,206 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2023 30,206 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 29,718 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 28,529 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 27,878 miles

Offside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 27,428 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 26,620 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 26,015 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 25,509 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 24,700 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 23,162 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2013 21,471 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Oct 2013 21,471 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Oct 2012 20,402 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 16,972 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 15,444 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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AO57 CXK is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 CXK, 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 CXK registered?

AO57 CXK is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 25 October 2007.

Is AO57 CXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO57 CXK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AO57 CXK have outstanding finance?

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