Official DVLA Record

2022 Lotus Unknown 3.5L Petrol · AU22 BUV

AU22 BUV

2022 Lotus Unknown (3.5L, petrol). First registered 01/05/2022. Recorded mileage 16,531 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
LOTUS UNKNOWN
Year / Origin
2022 · Norwich
MOT Status
Valid until 29/04/2026
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
16,531 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 3.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 29/04/2026
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2022
Engine
3456cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a successful MOT on April 24, 2025. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the only recorded defect occurred just two days prior to that pass. The failure at 16,521 miles was limited to incorrect headlamp aim on both the nearside and offside units, which is a calibration-related issue rather than an indication of mechanical failure or structural decay. At 16,531 miles over four years, the car reflects a low-usage profile averaging approximately 4,133 miles per year. This low rate of accumulation typically results in reduced mechanical wear on the drivetrain and suspension components. However, the 10-mile gap between the failure and the pass in April 2025 suggests the vehicle was driven specifically to a specialist to rectify the lighting alignment, indicating the owner was responsive to immediate MOT safety-related requirements. A buyer should verify that the headlamp alignment remains consistent and that the mounting brackets are not stripped or loose. Given the low mileage, a physical inspection should also focus on signs of flat-spotting tyres or corrosion on brake discs, which can occur when vehicles sit for extended periods. While the record shows no advisories for suspension bushes or structural integrity, a thorough check of the fluid levels and seals is advisable to ensure the low mileage has not led to degradation of rubber components.

AU22 BUV Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 24/04/2025
  • 16,531 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
52
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (50%)
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AU22 BUV Mileage History

  1. 22/04/202516,521 mi
  2. 24/04/202516,531 mi+10 mi

Average of roughly 1,707 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

AU22 BUV MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 30 Jul 2026, 13:22
MOT Analysis

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2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2022 Lotus Unknown (AU22 BUV) between April 2025 and April 2025.

The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 24 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. left hand drive beam pattern (4.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. left hand drive beam pattern (4.1.2 (a))”.

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