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CCZ 6078

2006 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

76,554 mi
Last recorded76,554 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCCZ 6078
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 76,554 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2025 74,427 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 71,873 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 69,174 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 66,030 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2021 63,652 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2020 61,844 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 59,834 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 57,254 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2017 54,549 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 52,360 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 49,273 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Mar 2014 44,184 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 40,544 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 37,881 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 34,695 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inner & outer edge

Pass 26 Mar 2010 30,811 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 26,832 miles

Offside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

under tray fitted at time of test

Pass 30 Mar 2009 26,832 miles

under tray fitted at time of test

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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CCZ 6078 is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 CCZ 6078, 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 CCZ 6078 registered?

CCZ 6078 is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 30 March 2006.

Is CCZ 6078 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CCZ 6078 shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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