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E15 RCL

2007 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

23,915 mi
Last recorded23,915 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE15 RCL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 23,915 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 23,200 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 22,437 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 21,921 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 19,333 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 19,185 miles

Under-Tray's Fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2020 19,054 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 18,835 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 18,725 miles

both front tyre sidewalls cracked

Pass 21 Aug 2017 18,457 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 18,152 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 17,565 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 17,445 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 16,840 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 16,280 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 14,635 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 13,322 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 13,322 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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E15 RCL is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 E15 RCL, 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 E15 RCL registered?

E15 RCL is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 July 2007.

Is E15 RCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E15 RCL shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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