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AO57 CXE

2007 Lotus Europa

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,500 mi
Last recorded42,500 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Europa37,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO57 CXE
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 10 Nov 2025 42,500 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 41,250 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 39,951 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 38,695 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 37,378 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 35,625 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2019 33,433 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 32,585 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 31,574 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 30,258 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 28,694 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 26,549 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 23,784 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 20,642 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 15,694 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Europa?

Based on 3,956 MOT tests across 483 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
557
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 112
brake binding 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
parking brake recording little or no effort 47
Stop lamp not working 45
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AO57 CXE is a 2007 Lotus Europa in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2007 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 37,873 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Europa fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 112 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO57 CXE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Europa typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 19 years old, this Lotus Europa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AO57 CXE?

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What year was AO57 CXE registered?

AO57 CXE is a 2007 Lotus Europa, first registered on 25 October 2007.

Is AO57 CXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO57 CXE shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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