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AY08 KHD

2008 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,293 mi
Last recorded32,293 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 KHD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2026 32,293 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 31,644 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 31,308 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 30,619 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 29,973 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 28,275 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 25,115 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 23,424 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 21,321 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 18,928 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 18,026 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 17,285 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 15,744 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 13,160 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2011 8,304 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 KHD is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 AY08 KHD, 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 KHD registered?

AY08 KHD is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is AY08 KHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY08 KHD shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY08 KHD have outstanding finance?

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