2008 Lotus Elise 1.8L Petrol · WX08 DYT

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passing results. The most recent test on June 13, 2024 at 28,007 miles resulted in a pass following a minor failure for a nearside front headlamp aim being too high. This is a simple adjustment issue and does not indicate mechanical or structural degradation. Since 2021, the car has maintained no recorded defects, suggesting a high standard of care and maintenance. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,556 miles per year. Between April 2021 and June 2024, the car covered only 2,684 miles, indicating it is likely used as a seasonal vehicle or kept for long periods of storage. This low-frequency use generally means minimal wear on the engine drivetrain components, brake discs, and suspension bushings. However, low-mileage records often mask issues with rubber-based components and fluid chemistry, which degrade over time regardless of the number of miles driven. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to agerelatedrelated rather than distance. Given the low mileage, check for perished rubber in the suspension mounts, split brake hoses, and tyre sidewalls. The brake system should be inspected for surface rust or seized calipers, which frequently occur when vehicles sit stationary for extended periods. While the MOT history is clean, a structural inspection of the chassis for corrosion remains vital, as the Lotus Elise requires ensuring the integrity is not compromised over nearly two decades.