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AU07 CZM

2007 Lotus Europa

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

65,800 mi
Last recorded65,800 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Europa37,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU07 CZM
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 65,800 miles

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear both handbrake cables corroded and sleeves perished

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underside suspension components corroded/rusty. suspension arms, springs etc

Pass 29 Apr 2025 65,497 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 65,452 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

park brake cables poor condition

surface corrosion on front and rear brake discs

Fail 15 Feb 2024 65,452 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

park brake cables poor condition

surface corrosion on front and rear brake discs

Pass 20 Feb 2023 64,932 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 64,603 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 63,221 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2018 61,733 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 May 2017 59,575 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 57,417 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 55,026 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 52,959 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2013 49,894 miles

Oil filter corroded.

Fail 16 Mar 2013 49,894 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil filter corroded.

Pass 21 Mar 2012 45,407 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 45,001 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 45,001 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 39,870 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 35,589 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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AU07 CZM is a 2007 Lotus Europa in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AU07 CZM, 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 AU07 CZM?

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What year was AU07 CZM registered?

AU07 CZM is a 2007 Lotus Europa, first registered on 9 May 2007.

Is AU07 CZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU07 CZM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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