2017 Lotus Elise 1.8L Petrol · XO07 MWH
2017 Lotus Elise (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30 Oct 2017. Recorded mileage 20,651 miles. MOT valid until 03 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- LOTUS ELISE
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Personal Export
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 20,651 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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XO07 MWH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/06/2026
- 20,651 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
XO07 MWH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Lotus Elise (XO07 MWH) between October 2023 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))”; “Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))”; “Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.
XO07 MWH Mileage History
- 27/10/202317,359 mi
- 27/10/202317,359 mi
- 29/05/202519,608 mi+2,249 mi
- 22/05/202620,503 mi+895 mi
- 05/06/202620,651 mi+148 mi
Average of roughly 1,263 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Lotus Lotus Elise S3
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- Front Radiator & Condenser CorrosionModerate
Being mounted low and exposed, the cooling pack corrodes over time, especially on cars driven in winter.
- Gearbox Synchro Wear (2nd & 3rd)Moderate
The supercharged 1.8 S3 models are particularly prone to synchro wear on 2nd and 3rd gears, often flagged by crunching on the 2-3 change. Cars used on track are most at risk.
- Immobiliser & Central Locking FailureModerate
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