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DK57 AAV

2008 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,850 mi
Last recorded81,850 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK57 AAV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2026 81,850 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 80,880 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 79,649 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 79,371 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 79,221 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 78,636 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 78,306 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 77,492 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 76,031 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 73,420 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 66,374 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Dec 2013 59,810 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)

all brake discs lipped

Pass 14 Dec 2012 50,903 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 40,258 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 29,301 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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DK57 AAV is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Red 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 DK57 AAV, 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 DK57 AAV?

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What year was DK57 AAV registered?

DK57 AAV is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is DK57 AAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK57 AAV 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 DK57 AAV have outstanding finance?

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