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AU06 EHJ

2006 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,604 mi
Last recorded33,604 miles
Recorded on17 May 2012
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2012 33,604 miles

both front tyres wearing edges

Fail 15 May 2012 33,604 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front tyres wearing edges

Pass 17 Jun 2011 32,434 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 30,625 miles

all four brake discs slightly pitted.

Pass 4 Jun 2009 25,252 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 EHJ is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 AU06 EHJ, 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 EHJ registered?

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

Is AU06 EHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU06 EHJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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