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MX57 ZVE

2007 Lotus Elise

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

55,526 mi
Last recorded55,526 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX57 ZVE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 55,526 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 54,604 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 52,713 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 50,645 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 47,876 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 45,796 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 43,038 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 42,400 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear osr side light one out

Pass 1 Aug 2018 41,817 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 41,817 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right both. lhd headlamps fitted (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2010 24,275 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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MX57 ZVE is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MX57 ZVE, 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 MX57 ZVE registered?

MX57 ZVE is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 18 September 2007.

Is MX57 ZVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX57 ZVE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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