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WX57 FPY

2007 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2025
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

31,978 mi
Last recorded31,978 miles
Recorded on3 May 2024
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX57 FPY
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 May 2024 31,978 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2024 31,978 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 31,961 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 31,841 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 30,890 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 30,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 28,789 miles

complete underside covered not allowing full inspection of some parts

some surface corrosion on all brake discs

Pass 12 Jun 2015 27,564 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 27,561 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Dec 2013 25,155 miles

all brake discs corroded looks like car been sitting around advise good drive to shine up discs

both front tyres getting low on tread

Pass 30 Nov 2012 23,067 miles

Front wiper blade smearing slightly

Fail 16 Nov 2012 23,061 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front wiper blade smearing slightly

Fail 15 Nov 2012 23,058 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 19,674 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2010 14,634 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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 14,634 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)

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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WX57 FPY is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 WX57 FPY, 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 WX57 FPY registered?

WX57 FPY is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 10 November 2007.

Is WX57 FPY safe to buy?

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