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FJ06 TXE

2006 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

46,329 mi
Last recorded46,329 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ06 TXE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 46,329 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 43,175 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 36,124 miles

Head lights only just within aim limits

Nearside Front Tyre inner edge wearing

Offside Front Tyre inner edge wearing

Pass 11 Jul 2015 27,626 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 26,800 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 May 2014 26,800 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 May 2013 26,430 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 25,739 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Mar 2012 25,739 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2011 22,692 miles

O/S/F headlamp bulb dim in brightness

Fail 24 Mar 2011 22,648 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

O/S/F headlamp bulb dim in brightness

Pass 23 Mar 2010 15,107 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 13,827 miles

Unable to carry out full underside inspection due to under tray/covers.

Pass 21 Aug 2008 10,634 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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FJ06 TXE is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FJ06 TXE, 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.

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What year was FJ06 TXE registered?

FJ06 TXE is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 13 May 2006.

Is FJ06 TXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ06 TXE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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