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X11 CSP

2005 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

52,889 mi
Last recorded52,889 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX11 CSP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 52,889 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 52,520 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 52,286 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 52,140 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 51,505 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 50,823 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 50,251 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 49,694 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 48,862 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 46,241 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 44,351 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 41,949 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

headlamp aims on lower limit

offside front tyre worn on inner treads

Pass 25 Mar 2014 40,013 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 40,013 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 37,293 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Mar 2013 37,292 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Mar 2012 33,334 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 28,130 miles

nsf tyre getting low on edges

osf tyre getting low on inner edge

Pass 11 Mar 2010 23,636 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 18,941 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 15,536 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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X11 CSP is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 X11 CSP, 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 X11 CSP registered?

X11 CSP is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is X11 CSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for X11 CSP shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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