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CU08 LHK

2008 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,805 mi
Last recorded22,805 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU08 LHK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 22,805 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 22,777 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2025 22,777 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 May 2024 22,736 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 22,719 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 22,170 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 22,165 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 20,683 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 19,545 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 18,829 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 18,244 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 17,799 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 17,804 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 May 2014 16,760 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2013 16,273 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 15,114 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 15,114 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 4,823 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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CU08 LHK is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CU08 LHK, 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 CU08 LHK registered?

CU08 LHK is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is CU08 LHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU08 LHK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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