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VX07 HAE

2007 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,393 mi
Last recorded47,393 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX07 HAE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2026 47,393 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 46,670 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 44,314 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 44,063 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 43,843 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 43,644 miles

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 43,164 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 42,136 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 41,648 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 41,449 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 40,969 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 40,317 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2013 38,981 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2012 37,662 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 May 2011 35,932 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2010 32,950 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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VX07 HAE is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VX07 HAE, 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 VX07 HAE?

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What year was VX07 HAE registered?

VX07 HAE is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 24 April 2007.

Is VX07 HAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX07 HAE shows 16 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 VX07 HAE have outstanding finance?

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