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AE08 DHD

2008 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,165 mi
Last recorded26,165 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2013
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 DHD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2013 26,165 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 26,160 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 29,452 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 18,146 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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AE08 DHD is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AE08 DHD, 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.

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What year was AE08 DHD registered?

AE08 DHD is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AE08 DHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 DHD shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE08 DHD have outstanding finance?

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