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AU07 CDO

2007 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,291 mi
Last recorded39,291 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU07 CDO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2026 39,291 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel free rotational play near 13mm limit (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 38,282 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 37,118 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 35,902 miles

Valve stem slightly damaged All Four Valves (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 33,449 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 31,396 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 29,676 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 27,396 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 26,453 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 25,541 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 23,217 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 21,177 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 19,353 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 17,714 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 15,106 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 11,546 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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AU07 CDO is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CDO, 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 AU07 CDO?

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What year was AU07 CDO registered?

AU07 CDO is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 May 2007.

Is AU07 CDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU07 CDO shows 16 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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