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EU57 HBK

2007 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,703 mi
Last recorded19,703 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU57 HBK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2025 19,703 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 19,628 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 19,401 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 18,703 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 17,931 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 17,255 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 16,854 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 16,690 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 15,453 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 15,003 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 14,384 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 13,379 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 12,752 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 12,121 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 11,666 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 11,249 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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EU57 HBK is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EU57 HBK, 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 EU57 HBK?

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What year was EU57 HBK registered?

EU57 HBK is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 November 2007.

Is EU57 HBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU57 HBK shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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