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AU55 FZV

2006 Lotus Elise

Maroon Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

47,656 mi
Last recorded47,656 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 FZV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 47,656 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2025 46,460 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2024 44,193 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 42,595 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 42,491 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 40,874 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 40,235 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 39,965 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear Brake Discs Slightly corroded on surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Feb 2020 39,964 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak OSR Shocker Leaking Fluid (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear Brake Discs Slightly corroded on surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 39,630 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

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

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 39,340 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2017 38,682 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2016 37,975 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2015 36,739 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 26 Feb 2014 34,263 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Feb 2014 34,263 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2013 32,230 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 29,804 miles

Both front tyres old & showing signs of cracking within the treads

Near side exhaust shield corroded & rattling in under tray

Near side hand brake cable deteriorating

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)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2011 28,221 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 22,629 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

front number plate 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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AU55 FZV is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Maroon with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AU55 FZV, 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 AU55 FZV registered?

AU55 FZV is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 17 January 2006.

Is AU55 FZV safe to buy?

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