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EU58 DRV

2008 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

30,489 mi
Last recorded30,489 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU58 DRV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 30,489 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 29,950 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 29,622 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 29,402 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 29,162 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 28,823 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 28,367 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 27,853 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 26,951 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 25,198 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 23,050 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 21,621 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 21,230 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 20,225 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 20,224 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 17,789 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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EU58 DRV is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Blue 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 EU58 DRV, 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 EU58 DRV?

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What year was EU58 DRV registered?

EU58 DRV is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 9 September 2008.

Is EU58 DRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU58 DRV 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.

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