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TEM 9L

2007 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

44,152 mi
Last recorded44,152 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEM 9L
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 44,152 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 43,391 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 42,880 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 42,348 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 41,659 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 41,605 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2021 41,605 miles

Front Registration plate insecure Front noplate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 41,014 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 40,772 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 39,906 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 39,306 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 38,760 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 38,760 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 37,475 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Jan 2015 37,472 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Feb 2014 36,189 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 34,758 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 31,321 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 27,346 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 22,500 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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TEM 9L is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 TEM 9L, 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 TEM 9L?

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What year was TEM 9L registered?

TEM 9L is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 10 March 2007.

Is TEM 9L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEM 9L shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TEM 9L have outstanding finance?

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