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400 OLG

2008 Lotus Elise

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,635 mi
Last recorded20,635 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration400 OLG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2025 20,635 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 20,460 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 20,045 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 18,107 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 8,563 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 5,598 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 4,461 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 1,238 miles

Front tyres wearing on inner edges

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 22,197 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 19,988 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 17,036 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 15,713 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Sep 2011 11,649 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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400 OLG is a 2008 Lotus Elise in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 27,504 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 400 OLG, 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 18 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 400 OLG registered?

400 OLG is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 10 October 2008.

Is 400 OLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 400 OLG shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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