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R77 TJL

2008 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

25,541 mi
Last recorded25,541 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Elise27,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR77 TJL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 25,541 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 25,090 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 24,504 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 24,247 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 23,606 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 23,371 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 22,955 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 21,936 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 20,792 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 19,958 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 18,771 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 17,298 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 15,251 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 14,411 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 7,829 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 7,829 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 6,426 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (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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R77 TJL is a 2008 Lotus Elise in Black 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 R77 TJL, 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.

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What year was R77 TJL registered?

R77 TJL is a 2008 Lotus Elise, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is R77 TJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R77 TJL 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.

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