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DK07 EXW

2007 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

57,607 mi
Last recorded57,607 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK07 EXW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 57,607 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 56,412 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 55,154 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 54,311 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 52,939 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 51,827 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 50,572 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 48,475 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 46,207 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 11 Jul 2017 46,207 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 43,798 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 40,601 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 36,699 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 33,427 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 28,788 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 23,264 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 17,609 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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DK07 EXW is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DK07 EXW, 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

How do I check the history of DK07 EXW?

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What year was DK07 EXW registered?

DK07 EXW is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 12 July 2007.

Is DK07 EXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK07 EXW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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