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N8 VSR

2011 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

23,167 mi
Last recorded23,167 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Lotus Elise26,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN8 VSR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2011
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 23,167 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 22,425 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 20,739 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 19,768 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 19,416 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020
Pass 17 Oct 2019 18,274 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 16,399 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 14,366 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 11,627 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 11,627 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 8,529 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 8,493 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 7,847 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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N8 VSR is a 2011 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 N8 VSR, 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 N8 VSR?

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What year was N8 VSR registered?

N8 VSR is a 2011 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 April 2011.

Is N8 VSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N8 VSR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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