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A7 CBC

2008 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,928 mi
Last recorded13,928 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 CBC
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 13 May 2025 13,928 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 13,883 miles
Pass 8 May 2023 13,775 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 13,466 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 13,346 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 13,170 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 13,044 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 12,810 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 12,325 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 9,560 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 9,508 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 8,750 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 8,440 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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A7 CBC is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Red 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 A7 CBC, 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 A7 CBC registered?

A7 CBC is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 April 2008.

Is A7 CBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 CBC 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.

Does A7 CBC have outstanding finance?

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