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FJ57 HZF

2008 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,629 mi
Last recorded20,629 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ57 HZF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 20,629 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2017 20,008 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (very slightly) (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface ( very slightly) (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Sep 2017 20,007 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (very slightly) (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface ( very slightly) (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 17,587 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 17,587 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both. (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 15,688 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 11,832 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 10,622 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 9,281 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jan 2011 7,141 miles

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

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)

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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FJ57 HZF is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FJ57 HZF, 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 FJ57 HZF registered?

FJ57 HZF is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 January 2008.

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