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P14 RYE

2007 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

68,874 mi
Last recorded68,874 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP14 RYE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 68,874 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 68,379 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 67,384 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 66,248 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2023 66,197 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 65,007 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 63,834 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 62,503 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 60,281 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 52,280 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 56,237 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 53,156 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 49,043 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 45,183 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Aug 2013 41,833 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 36,379 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 29,040 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 18,759 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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P14 RYE is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 P14 RYE, 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 P14 RYE registered?

P14 RYE is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 August 2007.

Is P14 RYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P14 RYE shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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