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YJ11 AKO

2011 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,246 mi
Last recorded35,246 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2016
Typical for 2011 Lotus Elise26,511 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ11 AKO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2016 35,246 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 29,806 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all four discs worn

Fail 18 Mar 2015 29,806 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all four discs worn

Pass 25 Mar 2014 23,380 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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YJ11 AKO is a 2011 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YJ11 AKO, 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 YJ11 AKO registered?

YJ11 AKO is a 2011 Lotus Elise, first registered on 31 March 2011.

Is YJ11 AKO safe to buy?

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