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AE07 DFU

2007 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

105,315 mi
Last recorded105,315 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE07 DFU
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 105,315 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 100,737 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 94,816 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 90,553 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 85,775 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 82,527 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 76,248 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 70,569 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 65,162 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 59,127 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 54,575 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 51,434 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Aug 2013 48,456 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 45,314 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 45,314 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 40,132 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 13 Aug 2011 40,132 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 31,713 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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AE07 DFU is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AE07 DFU, 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 AE07 DFU registered?

AE07 DFU is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 15 August 2007.

Is AE07 DFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE07 DFU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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