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AU61 CDX

2011 Lotus Evora S

Black Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,297 mi
Last recorded41,297 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Lotus Evora S32,956 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU61 CDX
MakeLotus
ModelEvora S
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 41,297 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 35,799 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 30,687 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 29,180 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 26,534 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 23,310 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2021 23,310 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 21,329 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 20,896 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Mar 2018 20,362 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (3.7.B.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 18,513 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 17,234 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (3.7.B.3)

Fail 26 Feb 2016 17,230 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (3.7.B.3)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 9,754 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Evora S?

Based on 4,803 MOT tests across 429 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
2,104
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
429
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 55
Headlamp aim too low 33
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 26
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 16
Headlamp cleaning device inoperative 15
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AU61 CDX is a 2011 Lotus Evora S in Black with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Lotus Evora S models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 32,956 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 Evora S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU61 CDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Evora S typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 15 years old, this Lotus Evora S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU61 CDX?

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What year was AU61 CDX registered?

AU61 CDX is a 2011 Lotus Evora S, first registered on 5 December 2011.

Is AU61 CDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU61 CDX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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