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P88 BUN

2007 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

47,777 mi
Last recorded47,777 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2022
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP88 BUN
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2022 47,777 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 47,305 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 46,771 miles

All tyres cracked in the treads

Both rear brake hose ferrules coroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Jul 2018 46,771 miles

All tyres cracked in the treads

Both rear brake hose ferrules coroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 45,354 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake flexible hose has a slight twist, strongly advise replacement

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 43,865 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 43,865 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 41,384 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 40,710 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 39,293 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2012 37,663 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Mar 2011 36,077 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 29,135 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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P88 BUN is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 P88 BUN, 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.

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What year was P88 BUN registered?

P88 BUN is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 30 March 2007.

Is P88 BUN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P88 BUN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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