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AU55 JFK

2006 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,787 mi
Last recorded29,787 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 JFK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2026 29,787 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 26,952 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 26,769 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 26,298 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 26,284 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 25,958 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 25,516 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 25,244 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 24,981 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 24,490 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 24,139 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 23,555 miles

unable to inspect underside of vehicle due to covers

Pass 24 Apr 2013 22,979 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jan 2012 21,873 miles

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Aug 2010 19,229 miles

under body tray restricted view

Pass 6 May 2009 17,833 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

full underbody cover fitted

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 JFK is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JFK, 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 JFK registered?

AU55 JFK is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 10 February 2006.

Is AU55 JFK safe to buy?

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