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JT54 ROZ

2008 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

41,352 mi
Last recorded41,352 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJT54 ROZ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 41,352 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2025 40,545 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 39,122 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 37,937 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 37,432 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 36,420 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 35,225 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 32,366 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2018 27,929 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 26,313 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 26,226 miles

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

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 30 Mar 2016 25,182 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 22,955 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 21,719 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 20,541 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 18,237 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 15,622 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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JT54 ROZ is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 JT54 ROZ, 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 JT54 ROZ registered?

JT54 ROZ is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 February 2008.

Is JT54 ROZ safe to buy?

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