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CT11 DUU

2011 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,379 mi
Last recorded33,379 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 Lotus Elise26,511 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCT11 DUU
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2025 33,379 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 32,816 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 32,392 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 31,769 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 30,905 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 30,460 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 29,988 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 29,042 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 28,848 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 28,274 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 27,402 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 22,742 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyre treads starting to perrish

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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CT11 DUU is a 2011 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2011 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 26,511 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 CT11 DUU, 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 15 years old, this Lotus Elise is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CT11 DUU?

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What year was CT11 DUU registered?

CT11 DUU is a 2011 Lotus Elise, first registered on 28 May 2011.

Is CT11 DUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CT11 DUU shows 12 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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