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KX56 FMV

2007 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,119 mi
Last recorded27,119 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX56 FMV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 27,119 miles

Offside parking brake only just reaches required efficiency

Pass 18 Mar 2025 24,993 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2025 24,993 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 23,696 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 22,823 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 19,975 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 16,922 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 16,617 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 14,834 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 12,864 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 11,217 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 8,469 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 4,523 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2015 4,523 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014
Fail 31 Mar 2014 34,012 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Unable to check fluids due to design feature

Pass 31 Mar 2014 34,012 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Unable to check fluids due to design feature

Pass 15 Jan 2013 27,681 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2012 19,674 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jan 2011 14,221 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 11 Jan 2010 13,043 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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KX56 FMV is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KX56 FMV, 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 KX56 FMV registered?

KX56 FMV is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 25 January 2007.

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