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NC11 HYV

2011 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

66,560 mi
Last recorded66,560 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Lotus Elise26,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC11 HYV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 66,560 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 65,452 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 64,170 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 60,653 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 58,231 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 54,314 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 51,249 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 46,738 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2018 41,277 miles
Fail 26 May 2018 41,277 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2017 35,111 miles

Under body panels fitted preventing full inspection of underside of vehicle

Pass 28 May 2016 29,079 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 27,524 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 17,988 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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NC11 HYV is a 2011 Lotus Elise in Black 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 NC11 HYV, 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 NC11 HYV registered?

NC11 HYV is a 2011 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 April 2011.

Is NC11 HYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC11 HYV 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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