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RX57 EUK

2007 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

35,539 mi
Last recorded35,539 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX57 EUK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 35,539 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 33,551 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2025 33,429 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 32,842 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 32,089 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2023 32,088 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2022 31,346 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 30,597 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Feb 2021 30,597 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 24 inch (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 29,700 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2020 29,694 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking bleed nipple loose (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 28,684 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 27,471 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 24,561 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 24,339 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 24,033 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jul 2013 23,327 miles

very slight wear at offside and nearside front anti-roll bar link rods.

Pass 16 Jan 2012 22,113 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 18,475 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)

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 EUK is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 RX57 EUK, 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 EUK?

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What year was RX57 EUK registered?

RX57 EUK is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 17 November 2007.

Is RX57 EUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX57 EUK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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