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YJ07 CVD

2007 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

49,389 mi
Last recorded49,389 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2023
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ07 CVD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2023 49,389 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 49,386 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 48,300 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 47,154 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 45,815 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 44,920 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 43,564 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 42,480 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 40,620 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 40,117 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 38,161 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 32,356 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 27,035 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 9 Feb 2011 19,724 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 12,833 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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YJ07 CVD is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 YJ07 CVD, 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 CVD registered?

YJ07 CVD is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 30 March 2007.

Is YJ07 CVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ07 CVD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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