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FJ55 HYO

2006 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,282 mi
Last recorded34,282 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ55 HYO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2019 34,282 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 34,282 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end modification unsafe (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2018 32,427 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 32,427 miles

Central Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 28,237 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 23,866 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 20,187 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 16,667 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 12,683 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 12,683 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 9,833 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 8,526 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 6,047 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 155 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 155 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 14,888 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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FJ55 HYO is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FJ55 HYO, 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 FJ55 HYO registered?

FJ55 HYO is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 16 January 2006.

Is FJ55 HYO safe to buy?

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