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R111 FEM

2007 Lotus Elise

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,402 mi
Last recorded24,402 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2022
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR111 FEM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2022 24,402 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 24,373 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 23,749 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 22,833 miles

Covers Fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2017 22,204 miles

Covers Fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2016 22,033 miles

covers fitted top and underside of car

Pass 7 Apr 2015 20,769 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2014 20,098 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 19,153 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 17,805 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Mar 2011 14,527 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 14,527 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 12,806 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 12,806 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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R111 FEM is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R111 FEM, 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 R111 FEM registered?

R111 FEM is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2007.

Is R111 FEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R111 FEM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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