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L50 NDJ

2008 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

39,486 mi
Last recorded39,486 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL50 NDJ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 39,486 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2026 39,426 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2025 38,891 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 38,233 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 38,059 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 37,125 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 36,419 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 35,512 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 34,948 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 33,356 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2014 31,386 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 26,284 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 24,589 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Sep 2011 21,754 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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L50 NDJ is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 L50 NDJ, 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 L50 NDJ registered?

L50 NDJ is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 September 2008.

Is L50 NDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L50 NDJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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