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F14 CKX

2008 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,301 mi
Last recorded75,301 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF14 CKX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 75,301 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 73,741 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 72,358 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 70,858 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 68,479 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 67,873 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 66,317 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 63,468 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 63,468 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 60,253 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 60,253 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 55,267 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 49,566 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perrishing

Offside Rear tyre perrishing

Fail 23 Sep 2014 43,804 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 43,804 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 37,310 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

rear heat sheilds breaking up

Pass 22 Sep 2012 31,011 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 23,449 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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F14 CKX is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 F14 CKX, 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.

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What year was F14 CKX registered?

F14 CKX is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is F14 CKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F14 CKX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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