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Y11 CAR

2007 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

12,380 mi
Last recorded12,380 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY11 CAR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 12,380 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 11,257 miles

coolant reservoir empty

Pass 23 May 2023 10,341 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 9,225 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 9,176 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 8,628 miles

Front brake pads getting low

Rear brake pads getting low

Pass 27 Mar 2018 8,399 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 8,185 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 7,892 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 7,170 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 6,518 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 5,785 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 4,000 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 4,000 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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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Y11 CAR is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 Y11 CAR, 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.

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What year was Y11 CAR registered?

Y11 CAR is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2007.

Is Y11 CAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y11 CAR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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