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AU06 EJD

2006 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

43,833 mi
Last recorded43,833 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 43,833 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 43,789 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 43,441 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 42,676 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 41,952 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 41,498 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 40,549 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 40,282 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 38,832 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 37,559 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 37,559 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 35,449 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 34,123 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 32,506 miles

engine management light on indicating a fault

windscreen wiper blade smearing screen slightly

Pass 13 Jul 2013 31,127 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 29,789 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 28,293 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 25,221 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

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)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 25,221 miles

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)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 18,777 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 18,413 miles

Both rear tyres at 1.6mm

N/s/f tyre at 2mm

O/s/f tyre at 3mm

Rear pads aprox 80% worn

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 EJD is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 EJD, 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 EJD registered?

AU06 EJD is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 April 2006.

Is AU06 EJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU06 EJD shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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