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RX11 OYL

2011 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

17,119 mi
Last recorded17,119 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Lotus Elise26,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX11 OYL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 17,119 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 16,358 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 15,319 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 14,629 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 13,708 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 12,859 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 12,153 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 11,229 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 10,101 miles

All brake discs corroded on inner surfaces

Pass 22 Mar 2017 9,078 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 8,237 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 8,237 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 7,303 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2014 6,205 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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RX11 OYL 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 RX11 OYL, 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 RX11 OYL?

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What year was RX11 OYL registered?

RX11 OYL is a 2011 Lotus Elise, first registered on 25 March 2011.

Is RX11 OYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX11 OYL 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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