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JL07 USR

2007 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,804 mi
Last recorded50,804 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJL07 USR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2025 50,804 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 49,916 miles

Both front shock absorbers bodies corroding.

Coil spring corroded All coil springs corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 49,044 miles

Both front shock absorbers bodies corroding.

Both rear tyres inner edges unevenly wearing/feathered but tread depth ok.

Coil spring corroded All coil springs corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 47,099 miles

Both front shock absorber bodies corroding.

Both rear tyres inner edges unevenly wearing/feathered but tread depth ok.

Coil spring corroded All shock absorber coil springs corodded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 45,904 miles

Both front shock absorber bodies corroding.

Coil spring corroded All suspension coil springs corroding. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake caliper/parking brake return spring incorrectly mounted.

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Sep 2020 44,129 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 43,696 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 42,308 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 39,308 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 37,948 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 36,250 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 6 Jun 2014 34,027 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jun 2013 31,798 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 30,013 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 27,139 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 25,387 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 17,176 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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JL07 USR 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 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 JL07 USR, 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 JL07 USR registered?

JL07 USR is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 16 March 2007.

Is JL07 USR safe to buy?

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