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FJ07 BWP

2007 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

83,153 mi
Last recorded83,153 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ07 BWP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 83,153 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 79,776 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 76,753 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 75,060 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 71,241 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 67,968 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 61,951 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 61,949 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working when position lamps illuminated (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Aug 2018 55,256 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 50,325 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 41,872 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 35,434 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 30,571 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 May 2013 23,318 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 18 May 2013 23,318 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 17,280 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 17,280 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 10,680 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 3,951 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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FJ07 BWP is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FJ07 BWP, 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 FJ07 BWP registered?

FJ07 BWP is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 29 March 2007.

Is FJ07 BWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ07 BWP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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