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FJ07 BXR

2007 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

58,018 mi
Last recorded58,018 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 58,018 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 57,296 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 56,187 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 55,776 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 55,540 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 55,213 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 54,092 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 52,961 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 52,932 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 51,920 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 49,732 miles

windscreen wiper smeary

Pass 15 Jul 2014 47,159 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front no plate cracked

Fail 14 Jul 2014 47,157 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front no plate cracked

Pass 16 Jul 2013 43,836 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 39,004 miles

handbrake cables slightly deteriorated

Pass 29 Jul 2011 34,780 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 25,784 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 BXR is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 BXR, 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 BXR registered?

FJ07 BXR is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 18 July 2007.

Is FJ07 BXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ07 BXR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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