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AU06 KGZ

2006 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

67,111 mi
Last recorded67,111 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 67,111 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 66,933 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 66,691 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 66,521 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 66,054 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 65,802 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 65,339 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 64,939 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 64,611 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 64,357 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 64,007 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 63,814 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 62,307 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 61,336 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 61,336 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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 10 Jun 2011 57,618 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 8 Jun 2010 49,480 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 38,014 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 KGZ is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 KGZ, 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 KGZ registered?

AU06 KGZ is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 13 June 2006.

Is AU06 KGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU06 KGZ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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