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AU56 EHK

2006 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

81,961 mi
Last recorded81,961 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 EHK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 81,961 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 80,026 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 79,160 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 77,849 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 Inner Faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 75,678 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 74,797 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 73,640 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 73,623 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 72,642 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2016 68,318 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 61,949 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 57,145 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 56,389 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 52,619 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 48,898 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 41,810 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 38,561 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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AU56 EHK is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 AU56 EHK, 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.

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What year was AU56 EHK registered?

AU56 EHK is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 November 2006.

Is AU56 EHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU56 EHK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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