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AU07 LHK

2007 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,114 mi
Last recorded30,114 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU07 LHK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 30,114 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2026 30,114 miles

Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2025 29,683 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 29,569 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 29,425 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 28,987 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 28,369 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 27,559 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 26,722 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 25,677 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 24,880 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 24,880 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 May 2016 22,743 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 22,741 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 21,510 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 18,927 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2013 15,605 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 12,083 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 7,784 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 7,784 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2011 7,608 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 6,935 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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AU07 LHK is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 AU07 LHK, 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 AU07 LHK registered?

AU07 LHK is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 31 December 2007.

Is AU07 LHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU07 LHK shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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