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LK08 BVC

2008 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

59,353 mi
Last recorded59,353 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK08 BVC
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 59,353 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2025 59,353 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2024 58,901 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 58,114 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 56,829 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning a section of led inop (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 55,819 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 55,796 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 54,909 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 54,689 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 53,788 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 51,586 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 51,543 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 49,874 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 2 Oct 2014 49,773 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Oct 2013 44,202 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Oct 2012 38,164 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 30,166 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 21,761 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 BVC is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BVC, 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 BVC registered?

LK08 BVC is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is LK08 BVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK08 BVC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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