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AU08 FEK

2008 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,458 mi
Last recorded16,458 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 FEK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2026 16,458 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 13,102 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess cable has slight corrosion and outer casing is wearing through on lower are tie back hooks (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Outer casing is wearing through on lower are tie back hooks (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 11,481 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 11,459 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 11,457 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 11,389 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 11,387 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 11,369 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 11,344 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 11,179 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 11,009 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 10,539 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 10,297 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 10,168 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 FEK is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 AU08 FEK, 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 FEK registered?

AU08 FEK is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 21 June 2008.

Is AU08 FEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 FEK shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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