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AU07 BDZ

2007 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

71,285 mi
Last recorded71,285 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU07 BDZ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 71,285 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 70,678 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 70,144 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 69,622 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 68,961 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 68,500 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 66,184 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2019 66,047 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2018 65,162 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 63,166 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 60,017 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 56,995 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 46,101 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 35,493 miles

emission limits just reached

Pass 27 Apr 2012 25,565 miles

CO emission limits only just met

Pass 28 Apr 2011 15,820 miles
Pass 4 May 2010

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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AU07 BDZ is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 AU07 BDZ, 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 AU07 BDZ registered?

AU07 BDZ is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 May 2007.

Is AU07 BDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU07 BDZ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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