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R11 CSC

2004 Lotus Elise

Maroon Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

9,001 mi
Last recorded9,001 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR11 CSC
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 9,001 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 8,896 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 8,771 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 8,579 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 8,115 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 7,913 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 7,642 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 7,482 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 7,326 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 7,193 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 6,845 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 6,646 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2014 6,646 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Aug 2013 6,449 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 6,187 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 5,757 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 5,410 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 4,420 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 3,559 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 3,132 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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R11 CSC is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Maroon with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2004 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 34,392 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 R11 CSC, 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 22 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 R11 CSC registered?

R11 CSC is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 3 August 2004.

Is R11 CSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R11 CSC shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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