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L7 APR

2008 Lotus Elise

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

10,687 mi
Last recorded10,687 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL7 APR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 10,687 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 10,516 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 10,252 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 9,836 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 9,469 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 9,175 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 8,752 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 8,660 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 8,603 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 8,163 miles

covers top and underside

Pass 24 Feb 2016 7,858 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 7,245 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 6,270 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 6,270 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 5,698 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 5,698 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 5,654 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 4,896 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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L7 APR is a 2008 Lotus Elise in White 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 L7 APR, 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 L7 APR registered?

L7 APR is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is L7 APR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L7 APR 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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