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AE07 DGZ

2007 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

49,688 mi
Last recorded49,688 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE07 DGZ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 49,688 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 48,730 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 48,052 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 47,196 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 45,438 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 44,709 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 43,849 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 42,753 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 41,654 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 39,211 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 36,123 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 32,449 miles

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

wiper smearing

Pass 29 Oct 2013 28,326 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 25,873 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2011 21,531 miles

Nearside Front 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 position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Fail 4 Oct 2011 21,527 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front 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 position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 16,467 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 17 May 2010 15,795 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)

brake discs corroded

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 DGZ is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 DGZ, 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

How do I check the history of AE07 DGZ?

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What year was AE07 DGZ registered?

AE07 DGZ is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 May 2007.

Is AE07 DGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE07 DGZ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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