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YJ07 CUU

2007 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

14,188 mi
Last recorded14,188 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ07 CUU
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2019 14,188 miles

undertrays not alowing full inspection

Fail 12 Apr 2019 14,146 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

undertrays not alowing full inspection

Pass 13 Apr 2018 13,211 miles

under trays fitted obscuring the view of components

Pass 7 Apr 2017 12,607 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 11,398 miles

under trays fitted obscuring view of underneath

Pass 27 Mar 2015 9,293 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 5,730 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 5,631 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 5,480 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 5,298 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 4,621 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 3,447 miles

All brake discs slightly pitted on the inside due to standing

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 CUU is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CUU, 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 YJ07 CUU registered?

YJ07 CUU is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 3 April 2007.

Is YJ07 CUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ07 CUU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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