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RK07 LWN

2007 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

106,691 mi
Last recorded106,691 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK07 LWN
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 106,691 miles

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))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 102,473 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2025 102,473 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 100,012 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 96,221 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 89,591 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2021 89,591 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 86,433 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 82,300 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 77,793 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 77,772 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)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

slight damage to front bumper

Pass 15 Jul 2013 54,589 miles

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

grease around both track rod ends

Pass 2 Jun 2012 36,933 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2011 12,538 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2010 9,951 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 LWN is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 LWN, 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 RK07 LWN registered?

RK07 LWN is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 31 May 2007.

Is RK07 LWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK07 LWN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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