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AU06 EJL

2006 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2020
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,965 mi
Last recorded50,965 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2019
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU06 EJL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2019 50,965 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 48,400 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 45,141 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 42,035 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 36,958 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 32,092 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 29,356 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 27,420 miles

all brake discs has surface corrosion

Pass 11 Apr 2011 25,467 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 16 Apr 2010 22,770 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 19,087 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 EJL is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EJL, 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 EJL registered?

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

Is AU06 EJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU06 EJL shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AU06 EJL have outstanding finance?

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