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FJ06 OJU

2006 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

40,718 mi
Last recorded40,718 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ06 OJU
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 40,718 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 40,126 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 39,367 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 38,723 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 37,935 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 36,871 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 36,102 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 34,831 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 32,849 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 30,263 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 25,320 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 23,310 miles

Both front inner pads getting low.

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

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

Rear exhaust heatshield corroded.

Fail 28 May 2015 23,310 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Both front inner pads getting low.

Front grill and numberplate slightly loose.

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

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

Rear exhaust heatshield corroded.

Pass 7 May 2014 20,976 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2013 19,138 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Feb 2012 16,101 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Jan 2012 16,101 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Rear front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all brke discs rusty &vent holes blocked

Pass 15 Sep 2010 11,809 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 5,320 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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FJ06 OJU is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 FJ06 OJU, 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 FJ06 OJU registered?

FJ06 OJU is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 21 March 2006.

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The MOT history for FJ06 OJU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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