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LK08 AUL

2008 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

17,899 mi
Last recorded17,899 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK08 AUL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 17,899 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 17,722 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 17,424 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 17,197 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 16,960 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 16,815 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 16,661 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 16,426 miles

Offside Front Inner steering arm slight play

Fail 22 May 2019 16,426 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner steering arm slight play

Pass 29 May 2018 15,684 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 15,424 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2016 14,880 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 14,664 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 May 2014 14,097 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2013 13,081 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 12,489 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 9,126 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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LK08 AUL is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,794cc 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 LK08 AUL, 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 LK08 AUL registered?

LK08 AUL is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is LK08 AUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK08 AUL shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LK08 AUL have outstanding finance?

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