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AU56 EHG

2006 Lotus Europa

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

18,385 mi
Last recorded18,385 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Europa32,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 EHG
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 18,385 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 18,240 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 18,106 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 18,071 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 18,004 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 17,966 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 17,919 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 17,853 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 17,803 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 16,322 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 14,057 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 14,057 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 13,026 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 11,961 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 10,500 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 9,182 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Europa?

Based on 3,956 MOT tests across 483 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
557
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 112
brake binding 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
parking brake recording little or no effort 47
Stop lamp not working 45
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AU56 EHG is a 2006 Lotus Europa in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2006 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 32,022 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Europa fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 112 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU56 EHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Europa typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 20 years old, this Lotus Europa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU56 EHG?

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What year was AU56 EHG registered?

AU56 EHG is a 2006 Lotus Europa, first registered on 19 October 2006.

Is AU56 EHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU56 EHG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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