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AU08 CPK

2008 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,006 mi
Last recorded71,006 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 CPK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2024 71,006 miles

Nearside Rear Lower outer body panel slight damage

Offside Front track rod end boot weeping grease

Pass 10 Oct 2023 65,581 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 60,500 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 56,417 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 52,703 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 48,846 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 45,081 miles

hazard switch intermittently sticks

Pass 18 Apr 2017 40,454 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 33,384 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2015 30,650 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Apr 2014 27,950 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2013 25,074 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 21,180 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 21,180 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 17,623 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 17,623 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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AU08 CPK is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AU08 CPK, 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 AU08 CPK registered?

AU08 CPK is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is AU08 CPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 CPK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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