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YJ57 JVT

2007 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

10,624 mi
Last recorded10,624 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ57 JVT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 10,624 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 10,285 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 10,249 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2023 10,249 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper not clearing screen on driver side - hitting body work on nearside (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 10,229 miles

Central Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 10,283 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 10,168 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 10,086 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 9,943 miles

both rear tyres - tread depth less than 3mm

engine management light on

Pass 6 Apr 2017 9,805 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 9,272 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2015 8,944 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)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 8,283 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 7,490 miles

Could not check under side of vehicle fulley as there was an full under tray fitted.

Pass 4 Nov 2011 6,995 miles

unable to carry out full inspection , due to underboby shields fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2010 6,202 miles

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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YJ57 JVT is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YJ57 JVT, 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 YJ57 JVT registered?

YJ57 JVT is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 30 October 2007.

Is YJ57 JVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ57 JVT shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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