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PE56 UEX

2007 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,977 mi
Last recorded32,977 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE56 UEX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 32,977 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs have surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Upper seat belt anchorage and pivot point shackle has a crack in plastic outer casing and rust is forming on the internal metal parts

Fail 18 Mar 2026 32,977 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs have surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Upper seat belt anchorage and pivot point shackle has a crack in plastic outer casing and rust is forming on the internal metal parts

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements rear view camera and lamp obscuring edges and numbers must have a 5mm gap of reflective surface (0.1 (d))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 32,724 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 32,206 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 31,643 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 30,879 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and wearing on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2021 28,602 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Low Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Low Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2020 25,624 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 24,777 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 23,087 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 23,072 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working nearside front (1.1.A.3b)

Front position lamp(s) not working offside front (1.1.A.3b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

Rear position lamp(s) not working nearside rear (1.1.A.3b)

Rear position lamp(s) not working offside rear (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working nearside rear (1.1.C.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working offside rear (1.1.C.1d)

advisory eml warning light on

Pass 4 Apr 2015 22,241 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 21,017 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 20,936 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 18,919 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012 18,918 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 17,494 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2010 14,768 miles

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

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

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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PE56 UEX is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PE56 UEX, 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 PE56 UEX registered?

PE56 UEX is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 26 January 2007.

Is PE56 UEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE56 UEX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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