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AU06 KGX

2006 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

58,226 mi
Last recorded58,226 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 58,226 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 57,545 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 56,439 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 54,959 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 54,007 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 52,930 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 52,574 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 52,100 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 50,922 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 50,922 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 47,875 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 47,875 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 24 Jul 2017 47,580 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2016 44,538 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Wishbone bush has moved inside the wishbone

Offside Rear Upper Wishbone bush has moved inside the wishbone

Pass 8 Jul 2015 43,363 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 40,875 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 37,632 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 34,856 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 34,857 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 30,155 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 20,837 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 KGX is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 KGX, 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 KGX registered?

AU06 KGX is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 3 July 2006.

Is AU06 KGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU06 KGX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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