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FJ07 DSZ

2007 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

19,685 mi
Last recorded19,685 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ07 DSZ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 19,685 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2025 19,685 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 18,998 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 18,240 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 18,058 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 17,617 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 17,210 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 16,848 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 16,454 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 15,746 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 14,337 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2015 12,005 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 11,282 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 10,422 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 9,231 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 8,131 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 6,182 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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FJ07 DSZ is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,794cc 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 FJ07 DSZ, 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 FJ07 DSZ registered?

FJ07 DSZ is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 August 2007.

Is FJ07 DSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ07 DSZ 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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