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L111 HNK

2007 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

47,947 mi
Last recorded47,947 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL111 HNK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 47,947 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 47,206 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 46,830 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 45,479 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 44,765 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 44,319 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 43,548 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 41,978 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 41,534 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 40,291 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 39,239 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 37,838 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 37,074 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 35,622 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Aug 2011 33,914 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 33,914 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 26,711 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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L111 HNK is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,794cc 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 L111 HNK, 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 L111 HNK registered?

L111 HNK is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is L111 HNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L111 HNK 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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