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LT05 JAZ

2007 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,679 mi
Last recorded27,679 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT05 JAZ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 27,679 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 26,623 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/r and n/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 20,623 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r and n/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Apr 2023 20,623 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r and n/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 16,120 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 11,240 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 10,056 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 9,481 miles

under trays fitted some componet view restricted

Pass 8 Apr 2015 4,484 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 4,054 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 3,237 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 2,915 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 2,246 miles

nearside front brake disc pitted

nearside rear brake disc pitted

offside front brake disc pitted

offside rear brake disc pitted

vehicle fitted with undercover trays

Fail 9 Mar 2011 2,246 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

nearside front brake disc pitted

nearside rear brake disc pitted

offside front brake disc pitted

offside rear brake disc pitted

vehicle fitted with undercover trays

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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LT05 JAZ is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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

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 LT05 JAZ, 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

How do I check the history of LT05 JAZ?

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What year was LT05 JAZ registered?

LT05 JAZ is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 December 2007.

Is LT05 JAZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT05 JAZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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