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M22 PDJ

2007 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

55,548 mi
Last recorded55,548 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM22 PDJ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 55,548 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2025 55,536 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 54,658 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 53,865 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 52,718 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 51,728 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 51,164 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 50,632 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 49,871 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2017 48,252 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 46,223 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 45,772 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 42,913 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 41,670 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 40,052 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 35,196 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 31,693 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 31,693 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 28,654 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 25,268 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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M22 PDJ is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 M22 PDJ, 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 M22 PDJ registered?

M22 PDJ is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 9 March 2007.

Is M22 PDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M22 PDJ shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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