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M17 ULE

2007 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

52,940 mi
Last recorded52,940 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM17 ULE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 52,940 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 52,869 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 52,797 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 52,685 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 52,633 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 52,530 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 52,185 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 51,864 miles

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2018 51,384 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted.

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

Pass 25 Feb 2017 50,931 miles

FULL UNDER BODY COVER.

Pass 26 Jan 2016 49,956 miles

covers fitted

Pass 23 Oct 2014 48,490 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Sep 2013 40,876 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 30,212 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

unable to access brake fluid res.

Pass 23 Sep 2011 24,878 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 20,870 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 26 Aug 2010 20,870 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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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M17 ULE is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Yellow 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 M17 ULE, 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

How do I check the history of M17 ULE?

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What year was M17 ULE registered?

M17 ULE is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 10 September 2007.

Is M17 ULE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M17 ULE 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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