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D3 SDS

2008 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

17,171 mi
Last recorded17,171 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD3 SDS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 17,171 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 17,069 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 16,867 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 16,750 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 16,193 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 15,939 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 15,607 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2018 15,546 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 2 May 2017 15,214 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel on full lock very close to rear of inner wheel arch

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 18 Apr 2016 12,256 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 12,253 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2015 11,684 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2015 11,684 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 11,232 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 11,232 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 10,275 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 8,778 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 8,775 miles

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 22 Jul 2011 6,293 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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D3 SDS is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 D3 SDS, 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

How do I check the history of D3 SDS?

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What year was D3 SDS registered?

D3 SDS is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is D3 SDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for D3 SDS shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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