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AU06 FWE

2006 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,200 mi
Last recorded30,200 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2022 30,200 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

rear tyres very heavily perished and cracked.

Pass 12 Aug 2021 30,158 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 29,721 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 29,476 miles

Front windscreen wiper/s smearing

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 28,921 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 27 Jun 2018 28,921 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 28,125 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 27,389 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 27,148 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 26,855 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 26,255 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 25,625 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 25,080 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 24,080 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 24,080 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 22,299 miles

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

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

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

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

front registration damaged

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 FWE is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FWE, 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 FWE registered?

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

Is AU06 FWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU06 FWE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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