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ULZ 2879

2007 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,582 mi
Last recorded29,582 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2015
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULZ 2879
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2015 29,582 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 May 2014 29,093 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 28,159 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 28,159 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 27,717 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 24,819 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 23,892 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 20,729 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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ULZ 2879 is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ULZ 2879, 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 ULZ 2879?

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What year was ULZ 2879 registered?

ULZ 2879 is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 June 2007.

Is ULZ 2879 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ULZ 2879 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ULZ 2879 have outstanding finance?

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