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ES02 COL

2007 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

61,708 mi
Last recorded61,708 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationES02 COL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 61,708 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 58,723 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 57,452 miles

Undertrays and shields fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2020 56,021 miles

Front Coil spring corroded pair (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 53,882 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 48,868 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 48,175 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 45,826 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 40,304 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 31,031 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 31,022 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 29,128 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 26,300 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Apr 2013 26,298 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Mar 2012 23,099 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Apr 2011 20,651 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Apr 2011 20,651 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front 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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ES02 COL is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 ES02 COL, 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 ES02 COL?

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What year was ES02 COL registered?

ES02 COL is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 December 2007.

Is ES02 COL safe to buy?

The MOT history for ES02 COL shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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