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CU08 LKJ

2008 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

32,546 mi
Last recorded32,546 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU08 LKJ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 32,546 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 30,789 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 29,474 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 28,378 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 25,507 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 20,486 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 17,475 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 16,178 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 15,575 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 14,405 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 14,478 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 13,270 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 12,103 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 12,097 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 11,196 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 4 Mar 2011 10,303 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 LKJ is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Black 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 CU08 LKJ, 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 LKJ registered?

CU08 LKJ is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is CU08 LKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU08 LKJ 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.

Does CU08 LKJ have outstanding finance?

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