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DK57 ACO

2008 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,382 mi
Last recorded62,382 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK57 ACO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 12 Nov 2025 62,382 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 61,131 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 60,458 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 59,389 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 59,014 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 58,455 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 8 May 2019 56,353 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 55,763 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 54,890 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 May 2016 52,063 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 50,470 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 48,036 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 43,256 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 34,377 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 20,437 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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DK57 ACO is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc 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 ACO, 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 DK57 ACO registered?

DK57 ACO is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 January 2008.

Is DK57 ACO safe to buy?

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