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EU06 AXT

2006 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

58,104 mi
Last recorded58,104 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2022
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU06 AXT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2022 58,104 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 57,881 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 57,815 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 57,553 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 57,377 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 56,988 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 56,528 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 55,217 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 53,558 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 46,025 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 1 Nov 2012 45,851 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 35,185 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 33,769 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 31,335 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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EU06 AXT is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 EU06 AXT, 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 EU06 AXT registered?

EU06 AXT is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 July 2006.

Is EU06 AXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU06 AXT shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EU06 AXT have outstanding finance?

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