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AOT 22

2007 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,958 mi
Last recorded38,958 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAOT 22
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 38,958 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2024 37,566 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 36,027 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 33,600 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 30,251 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 26,743 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 26,640 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 26,265 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All Four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 25,422 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 24,605 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 22,340 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 22,323 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 21,730 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2014 21,023 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 20,239 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 18,728 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 15,080 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 15,080 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 11,599 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 11,599 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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AOT 22 is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AOT 22, 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 AOT 22 registered?

AOT 22 is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 29 March 2007.

Is AOT 22 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AOT 22 shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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