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YJ07 CUA

2007 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

60,566 mi
Last recorded60,566 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ07 CUA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 60,566 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 59,917 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2023 59,149 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play ns and os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 58,500 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 57,784 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 57,076 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 56,243 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 55,401 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 54,466 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 53,679 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 52,333 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 51,078 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 51,078 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 49,295 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear tyres on 3mm

Fail 20 Dec 2013 49,295 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear tyres on 3mm

Pass 14 Dec 2012 46,381 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 43,167 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 39,147 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 33,513 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 33,513 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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YJ07 CUA is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Black 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 YJ07 CUA, 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 YJ07 CUA registered?

YJ07 CUA is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 April 2007.

Is YJ07 CUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ07 CUA 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.

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