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EU56 HFZ

2006 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,938 mi
Last recorded50,938 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU56 HFZ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2026 50,938 miles

covers and under trays fitted stopping full inspection

Pass 11 Apr 2025 49,813 miles

covers and under trays fitted stopping full inspection

Pass 8 May 2024 49,248 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 49,139 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 48,678 miles

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 47,746 miles

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 46,129 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 43,715 miles

offside parking brake effort is lower than nearside

Pass 10 Jan 2017 41,467 miles

offside rear park brake effort slightly lower than the nearside rear

Pass 21 Dec 2015 39,127 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 37,030 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 34,011 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 30,420 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 25,778 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 20,265 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 14,957 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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EU56 HFZ is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EU56 HFZ, 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 EU56 HFZ registered?

EU56 HFZ is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is EU56 HFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU56 HFZ shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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