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AU58 CUA

2008 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,550 mi
Last recorded40,550 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU58 CUA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2016 40,550 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 26,181 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 3 Sep 2015 25,933 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp dim on dip beam

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2014 12,614 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Oct 2013 504 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 34,447 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 25,413 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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AU58 CUA is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AU58 CUA, 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 AU58 CUA registered?

AU58 CUA is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 September 2008.

Is AU58 CUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU58 CUA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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