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FJ07 BWW

2007 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

30,239 mi
Last recorded30,239 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ07 BWW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 30,239 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 30,119 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2024 29,235 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension arms have corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2023 28,892 miles

Service brake binding but not excessively rears (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 May 2022 27,672 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2021 26,807 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 25,600 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 24,981 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 May 2018 22,730 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 22,730 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 May 2017 20,663 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 18,647 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 16,754 miles

brake discs have surface corrosion

Pass 22 Apr 2014 16,045 miles

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

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 13,236 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Apr 2012 12,259 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 25 Feb 2011 10,408 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 8,299 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 BWW is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Grey 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 FJ07 BWW, 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.

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What year was FJ07 BWW registered?

FJ07 BWW is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2007.

Is FJ07 BWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ07 BWW 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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