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LK57 ESF

2007 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,598 mi
Last recorded19,598 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2012
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK57 ESF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Jun 2012 19,598 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front and rear brake discs lightly pitted

Pass 6 Jun 2012 19,598 miles

both front and rear brake discs lightly pitted

Pass 27 Sep 2010 19,272 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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LK57 ESF is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LK57 ESF, 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 LK57 ESF registered?

LK57 ESF is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 October 2007.

Is LK57 ESF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK57 ESF shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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