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A7 KXH

2008 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

50,647 mi
Last recorded50,647 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 KXH
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 50,647 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 47,611 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 51,132 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 48,872 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 osf / nsf (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 19 Jul 2022 48,871 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 osf / nsf (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2021 46,085 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 46,071 miles

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

Front to rear undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Apr 2020 45,489 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2020 45,489 miles

Central Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 41,944 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 34,281 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 31,236 miles

Front tyre treads worn on inner edges.

Pass 15 Oct 2014 26,932 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jul 2013 23,072 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 18,891 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 14,258 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 KXH is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KXH, 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 KXH registered?

A7 KXH is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 3 June 2008.

Is A7 KXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 KXH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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