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S111 PHM

2007 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

24,112 mi
Last recorded24,112 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS111 PHM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 24,112 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 24,098 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 24,088 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 24,023 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 24,003 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 23,986 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 23,933 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 23,758 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)

Fail 11 Apr 2018 23,758 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 23,439 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 23,061 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 23,061 miles

registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 21,674 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 9,438 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 6,163 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 6,156 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

front inner pads getting low

rear pads getting low

Pass 4 Apr 2011 27,367 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 25,377 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 25,377 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake disc's pitted [inner]

rear brake disc's [inner] pitted

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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S111 PHM is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc 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 S111 PHM, 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 S111 PHM registered?

S111 PHM is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 February 2007.

Is S111 PHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S111 PHM 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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