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AU06 EGE

2006 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

43,052 mi
Last recorded43,052 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU06 EGE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 43,052 miles

handbrake cables slightly damaged

Pass 3 Jul 2024 42,916 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 42,649 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 42,421 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 41,931 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 41,239 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 40,676 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 38,908 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 35,447 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 35,447 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 31,254 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 31,200 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 30,073 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2013 29,639 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 28,449 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 25,490 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 23,314 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 19,399 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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AU06 EGE is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2006 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 31,115 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 AU06 EGE, 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 20 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 AU06 EGE registered?

AU06 EGE is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is AU06 EGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU06 EGE shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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