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SPS 7R

2017 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,693 mi
Last recorded15,693 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Lotus Elise11,951 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPS 7R
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 15 Jan 2026 15,693 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 14,394 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 13,292 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 11,579 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 10,620 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 9,499 miles

Rear number plate deteriorating

washer jet partially blocked

Pass 2 Jan 2020 7,719 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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SPS 7R is a 2017 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.7% with a typical mileage of 11,951 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 SPS 7R, 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 9 years old, this Lotus Elise is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SPS 7R?

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What year was SPS 7R registered?

SPS 7R is a 2017 Lotus Elise, first registered on 25 January 2017.

Is SPS 7R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPS 7R shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SPS 7R have outstanding finance?

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