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OO08 ZGS

2008 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

50,651 mi
Last recorded50,651 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOO08 ZGS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 50,651 miles

Nearside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2025 50,620 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 45,121 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 3 Jul 2020 45,121 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019 43,775 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 43,771 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 41,011 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 36,821 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 35,270 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 32,850 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 32,850 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 29,018 miles

Near side hand brake cable deteriorating

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 29,018 miles

Near side hand brake cable deteriorating

Pass 6 Apr 2011 21,891 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 21,891 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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OO08 ZGS is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 OO08 ZGS, 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 OO08 ZGS registered?

OO08 ZGS is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is OO08 ZGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for OO08 ZGS shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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