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RX07 BZP

2007 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

45,892 mi
Last recorded45,892 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX07 BZP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 45,892 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 43,484 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 40,849 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Mar 2023 40,656 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side's (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side's (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 38,374 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 35,399 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 34,952 miles

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

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

front and rear brake discs have surface corrosion

Pass 25 May 2018 34,437 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 33,382 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 32,191 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 30,418 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 28,824 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 27,475 miles

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 25,779 miles

offside door catch/latch requires lubrication or adjustment

Pass 21 Feb 2011 21,487 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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RX07 BZP is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RX07 BZP, 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 RX07 BZP registered?

RX07 BZP is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2007.

Is RX07 BZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX07 BZP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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