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LN08 DHD

2008 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,038 mi
Last recorded23,038 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN08 DHD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 27 May 2026 23,038 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 22,730 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 22,277 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 21,715 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 21,240 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 20,959 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 20,632 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 20,397 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 19,533 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 18,346 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 17,079 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 15,887 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 14,353 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2013 12,522 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 10,181 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 8,921 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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LN08 DHD is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LN08 DHD, 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 LN08 DHD registered?

LN08 DHD is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is LN08 DHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN08 DHD shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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