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AO57 GDU

2008 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,280 mi
Last recorded19,280 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO57 GDU
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2024 19,280 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 19,135 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 18,969 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 18,475 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 17,395 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 16,063 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 14,655 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 13,102 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 12,240 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 11,854 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 11,779 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 11,714 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 11,544 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 11,313 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 11,096 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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AO57 GDU is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 AO57 GDU, 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 AO57 GDU registered?

AO57 GDU is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 January 2008.

Is AO57 GDU safe to buy?

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