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AU08 CPO

2008 Lotus Elise

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

35,461 mi
Last recorded35,461 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 CPO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 35,461 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 34,397 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 33,951 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 33,744 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 33,151 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 32,887 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 32,732 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 32,273 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2018 31,368 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 30,060 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 28,034 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 26,842 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 24,165 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 24,165 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 21,395 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 19,541 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 17,044 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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AU08 CPO is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 CPO, 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 CPO registered?

AU08 CPO is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is AU08 CPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 CPO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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