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L5 SPF

2008 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,306 mi
Last recorded68,306 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 SPF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 68,306 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 63,947 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/55/16W (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jun 2025 63,927 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/55/16W (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 60,121 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 56,746 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 56,659 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2022 52,776 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 49,253 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 48,824 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 46,178 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 23 May 2018 40,483 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 34,925 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 28,235 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 19,382 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 13,551 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 8,295 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 7,408 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 5,683 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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L5 SPF is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Grey 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 L5 SPF, 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 L5 SPF registered?

L5 SPF is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is L5 SPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L5 SPF 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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