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OU57 ANR

2007 Lotus Elise

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

59,203 mi
Last recorded59,203 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU57 ANR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 59,203 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 58,555 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2024 58,554 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Sep 2023 56,953 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 55,198 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 53,757 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 52,915 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 51,834 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 50,121 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 50,121 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 47,147 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2016 44,522 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2015 40,896 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 30,417 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 19,801 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 15,166 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 9,257 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 9,001 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 4,213 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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OU57 ANR is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 OU57 ANR, 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 OU57 ANR registered?

OU57 ANR is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 September 2007.

Is OU57 ANR safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU57 ANR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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