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AY08 JPO

2008 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

23,104 mi
Last recorded23,104 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 JPO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 23,104 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 22,644 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 22,123 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 21,283 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 19,417 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 17,608 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 16,582 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 14,460 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 13,074 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2017 11,090 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 8,990 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 5,502 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 4,629 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 4,134 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 3,776 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 3,776 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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AY08 JPO 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 93.8%.

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 AY08 JPO, 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 AY08 JPO registered?

AY08 JPO is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 April 2008.

Is AY08 JPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY08 JPO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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