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AU06 KGE

2006 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

50,064 mi
Last recorded50,064 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU06 KGE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016 50,064 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 50,063 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 43,794 miles

both front tyres cracking

Pass 21 Feb 2014 41,011 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 37,878 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 33,723 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 30,693 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 27,330 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 18,798 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 KGE is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KGE, 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.

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What year was AU06 KGE registered?

AU06 KGE is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 22 June 2006.

Is AU06 KGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU06 KGE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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