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E11 SNP

2005 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,516 mi
Last recorded47,516 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE11 SNP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2026 47,516 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 46,064 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 45,023 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 42,582 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 39,516 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 35,913 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 35,347 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 34,728 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 33,674 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 33,168 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 32,472 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 31,532 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 27,646 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 23,324 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 19,212 miles

o/s driving lamp cracked

Pass 7 Jun 2011 16,253 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 13,087 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 12,453 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 11,412 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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E11 SNP is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 31,970 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 E11 SNP, 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 21 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 E11 SNP registered?

E11 SNP is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is E11 SNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E11 SNP shows 19 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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