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S11 VVT

2005 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

66,097 mi
Last recorded66,097 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS11 VVT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 66,097 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2025 61,906 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 24 Jun 2024 49,412 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 43,669 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 43,444 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 43,174 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 42,316 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 41,662 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 40,880 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 39,398 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 38,199 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 36,879 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 33,147 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 28,042 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 23,690 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 17,567 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 12,995 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 12,995 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 6,061 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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S11 VVT is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 S11 VVT, 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 S11 VVT registered?

S11 VVT is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is S11 VVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S11 VVT shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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