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AU07 DBX

2007 Lotus Europa

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

51,626 mi
Last recorded51,626 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Europa37,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU07 DBX
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 51,626 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2026 51,626 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 46,816 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2024 43,897 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Jan 2024 43,891 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminated (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Dec 2023 43,788 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 40,837 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2022 40,837 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 39,338 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 38,816 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 37,995 miles

all pads worn

front tyres cracking

nearside handbrake cable poor

Pass 28 Jun 2019 35,844 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 33,310 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2017 31,084 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 28,892 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 28,870 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 28,400 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 28,304 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 28,170 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 28,170 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 25,447 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 24,545 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 20,225 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 DBX is a 2007 Lotus Europa in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 DBX, 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 DBX?

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What year was AU07 DBX registered?

AU07 DBX is a 2007 Lotus Europa, first registered on 2 April 2007.

Is AU07 DBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU07 DBX shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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