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AU06 KGN

2006 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

57,775 mi
Last recorded57,775 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 57,775 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 56,721 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 55,732 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 54,702 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively abs wiring rubbed through on inner wheel (1.6 (d))

hazard warning switch intermittent

Pass 30 Jun 2021 54,293 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 54,025 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 53,488 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 53,371 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 53,200 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 53,200 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 52,737 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 52,191 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 51,016 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 50,896 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 50,896 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 2 Feb 2013 50,182 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 50,182 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 48,764 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 46,019 miles

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

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

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

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

unable to see most components all coverd

Pass 20 Feb 2010 43,956 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2010 43,952 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 37,434 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 KGN is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KGN, 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 KGN registered?

AU06 KGN is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 July 2006.

Is AU06 KGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU06 KGN shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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