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DL55 LOT

2006 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,811 mi
Last recorded81,811 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL55 LOT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 81,811 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 78,526 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 71,889 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 65,068 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 61,201 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 57,820 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 55,784 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2019 55,703 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. Both (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Front & Rear (0.1 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 53,631 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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DL55 LOT is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DL55 LOT, 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

How do I check the history of DL55 LOT?

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What year was DL55 LOT registered?

DL55 LOT is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is DL55 LOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL55 LOT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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