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EU06 BNL

2006 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

57,595 mi
Last recorded57,595 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2017
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU06 BNL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2017 57,595 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 55,275 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 50,969 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 45,204 miles

Nearside Rear 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 25 Feb 2013 43,273 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 38,796 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 33,932 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 27,248 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 21,983 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 21,982 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 BNL is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BNL, 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 BNL registered?

EU06 BNL is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 March 2006.

Is EU06 BNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU06 BNL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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