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RK07 LVT

2007 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

12,110 mi
Last recorded12,110 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK07 LVT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 12,110 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 11,360 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 11,182 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear metal brake pipes are corroded on both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front no plate cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 10,869 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 10,633 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 10,443 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 9,996 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 9,798 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 9,575 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 8,813 miles

Temperary repair made to Nearside front indicator lamp

Fail 1 Jul 2016 8,813 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Temperary repair made to Nearside front indicator lamp

Pass 29 Jun 2015 8,309 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 7,447 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jun 2013 6,521 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 6,018 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 4,934 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 3,685 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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RK07 LVT is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RK07 LVT, 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 RK07 LVT registered?

RK07 LVT is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 June 2007.

Is RK07 LVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK07 LVT shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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