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GFG 342

2008 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,248 mi
Last recorded45,248 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFG 342
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2025 45,248 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 44,923 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 44,786 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 43,852 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 42,721 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 42,373 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 42,053 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 40,632 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 40,102 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 38,626 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 36,471 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 35,665 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front brake discs worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Aug 2013 34,619 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front brake discs worn on inner side

Pass 24 Aug 2012 32,711 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 26,354 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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GFG 342 is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Blue 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 GFG 342, 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 GFG 342 registered?

GFG 342 is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is GFG 342 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFG 342 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.

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