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GX57 EVJ

2007 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

72,616 mi
Last recorded72,616 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX57 EVJ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 72,616 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 72,201 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 72,031 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 71,635 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 71,107 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 70,170 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 69,739 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 69,126 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 68,618 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2017 67,985 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 67,244 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

extensive undertrays unable to carry out full inspections

Fail 20 May 2016 67,244 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

extensive undertrays unable to carry out full inspections

Pass 17 Feb 2015 65,812 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 63,051 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 62,245 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 47,787 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 32,109 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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GX57 EVJ is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GX57 EVJ, 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 GX57 EVJ registered?

GX57 EVJ is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 21 September 2007.

Is GX57 EVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX57 EVJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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