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AU06 EHN

2006 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

40,361 mi
Last recorded40,361 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU06 EHN
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2021 40,361 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 39,366 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 37,783 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 37,510 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 35,903 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 35,903 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 33,039 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 30,743 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 28,787 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2013 26,400 miles

both rear tyres worn close to wearbars

Pass 11 Apr 2012 23,572 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 20,867 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 20,867 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 18,257 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 14,878 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 EHN is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 EHN, 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 EHN registered?

AU06 EHN is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 April 2006.

Is AU06 EHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU06 EHN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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