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RX57 EUH

2007 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,396 mi
Last recorded28,396 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX57 EUH
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 28,396 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 27,842 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 27,038 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 26,557 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 25,931 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 25,202 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 23,970 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 23,133 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 22,057 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 18,685 miles

full undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 26 Mar 2015 14,781 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 14,780 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 12,716 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 11,696 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 10,290 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 8,273 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 7,214 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2010 7,214 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (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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RX57 EUH is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RX57 EUH, 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

How do I check the history of RX57 EUH?

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What year was RX57 EUH registered?

RX57 EUH is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 September 2007.

Is RX57 EUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX57 EUH shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX57 EUH have outstanding finance?

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