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AU07 CZL

2007 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

48,008 mi
Last recorded48,008 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2024
Typical for 2007 Lotus Exige26,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU07 CZL
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2024 48,008 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 45,762 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 43,258 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2021 41,472 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 23 Nov 2020 41,028 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 25 May 2019 35,495 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 32,257 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)

Pass 24 May 2017 28,692 miles

covers fitted to vehicle underside obstructing view to some components

Pass 29 Apr 2016 28,463 miles

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Apr 2016 28,463 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 May 2015 26,366 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2014 25,745 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 25,744 miles

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Front wiper brade in poor condition

Whole underside of vehicle has covers

Pass 23 Apr 2013 24,944 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 23,708 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 21,124 miles

all 4 tyres getting low

Pass 29 May 2010 17,670 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Exige?

Based on 20,795 MOT tests across 2,298 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
1,345
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,298
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 417
Headlamp aim too high 214
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 205
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 178
Headlamp aim too low 155
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AU07 CZL is a 2007 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2007 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 26,624 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Exige fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 417 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU07 CZL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Exige typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 19 years old, this Lotus Exige is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU07 CZL registered?

AU07 CZL is a 2007 Lotus Exige, first registered on 9 May 2007.

Is AU07 CZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU07 CZL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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