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EU56 KME

2006 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

56,169 mi
Last recorded56,169 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2013
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU56 KME
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2013 56,169 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 51,772 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 51,772 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 49,829 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 48,179 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 Sep 2010 48,179 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 40,359 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 KME is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KME, 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 KME registered?

EU56 KME is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is EU56 KME safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU56 KME shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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