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GN08 KFJ

2008 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

58,466 mi
Last recorded58,466 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 KFJ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 58,466 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 56,509 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 53,061 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 50,041 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 45,291 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 42,928 miles

Front Front noplate has been trimmed down

Pass 17 Jul 2020 42,085 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2020 42,077 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Apr 2019 40,234 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 37,190 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 35,839 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 11 Apr 2016 33,648 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 31,661 miles

o/s rear tyre valve perished

wiper smears screen

Pass 1 Apr 2014 29,283 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 26,177 miles

full underbody trays fitted (unable to fully inspect most of the fuel, steering and braking systems)

n/s/f tyre worn to 2mm - bias to the inner edge (tracking check/reset required)

strong advise - o/s/f tyre worn to 1.6mm and bias to the inner edge (min 1.6mm)

Fail 11 Apr 2013 26,177 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

full underbody trays fitted (unable to fully inspect most of the fuel, steering and braking systems)

n/s/f tyre worn to 2mm - bias to the inner edge (tracking check/reset required)

strong advise - o/s/f tyre worn to 1.6mm and bias to the inner edge (min 1.6mm)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 23,093 miles

all tyres worn slightly bias to inner edge and slightly feathered

front windscreen wiper smears screen slightly

full body tray fitted underside

n/s rear tyre has a nail in tread

top engine cover fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2011 18,774 miles

full length body undertrays fitted

wiper slightly smeary

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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GN08 KFJ is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GN08 KFJ, 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 GN08 KFJ?

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What year was GN08 KFJ registered?

GN08 KFJ is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 April 2008.

Is GN08 KFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN08 KFJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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