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AU07 DBY

2007 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

26,536 mi
Last recorded26,536 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU07 DBY
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 26,536 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 25,652 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2024 25,647 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 25,285 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 24,610 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 22,018 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 21,693 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Heat shield lower section has 2 defective fixing points

Pass 10 Apr 2019 19,245 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 16,228 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 15,710 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 15,572 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 14,357 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 13,849 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 12,381 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 11,992 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 8,816 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 7,201 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 DBY is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc 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 DBY, 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 DBY registered?

AU07 DBY is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 27 March 2007.

Is AU07 DBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU07 DBY 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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