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AU06 EHH

2006 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

21,386 mi
Last recorded21,386 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU06 EHH
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 21,386 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 20,806 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 20,269 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 19,402 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 18,648 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 18,441 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 17,547 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 16,640 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 15,469 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 14,904 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 14,394 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2014 13,885 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 13,885 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 13,299 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 12,920 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 11,906 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 11,147 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 10,261 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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AU06 EHH is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Blue 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 EHH, 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 EHH registered?

AU06 EHH is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 7 June 2006.

Is AU06 EHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU06 EHH 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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