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DK11 CWM

2011 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

25,818 mi
Last recorded25,818 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Lotus Elise26,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK11 CWM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 13 Oct 2025 25,818 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 23,873 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 22,157 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 21,171 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 19,717 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Oct 2020 18,397 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 15,314 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 13,148 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 11,179 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 9,377 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 7,574 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 5,403 miles

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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DK11 CWM is a 2011 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,598cc 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 DK11 CWM, 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

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What year was DK11 CWM registered?

DK11 CWM is a 2011 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 April 2011.

Is DK11 CWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK11 CWM 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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