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EL51 EDC

2007 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

27,957 mi
Last recorded27,957 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEL51 EDC
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 27,957 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 27,818 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread groves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 27,457 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 27,356 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 27,263 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 27,116 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 26,815 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 26,477 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 26,311 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 25,977 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2014 24,883 miles

two leds out in offside rear light

Pass 7 Mar 2013 22,681 miles

all brake pads low, advise replacing

Fail 9 Mar 2012 15,936 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

front tyres worn

Pass 9 Mar 2012 15,936 miles

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)

front tyres worn

Pass 10 Sep 2010 12,308 miles

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

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

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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EL51 EDC is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 EL51 EDC, 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 EL51 EDC registered?

EL51 EDC is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 9 May 2007.

Is EL51 EDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EL51 EDC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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