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AO57 FHM

2008 Lotus Elise

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,781 mi
Last recorded32,781 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2012
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO57 FHM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2012 32,781 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 31,467 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 31,467 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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AO57 FHM is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AO57 FHM, 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 AO57 FHM registered?

AO57 FHM is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 January 2008.

Is AO57 FHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO57 FHM shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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