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C11 PCH

2007 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,753 mi
Last recorded18,753 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2019
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC11 PCH
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2019 18,753 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 18,305 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 17,818 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 17,653 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 17,441 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 17,432 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 16,672 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 16,669 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 14,425 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 15 Nov 2011 11,217 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 11,217 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 8,951 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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C11 PCH is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C11 PCH, 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.

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What year was C11 PCH registered?

C11 PCH is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 25 October 2007.

Is C11 PCH safe to buy?

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