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FJ56 LRE

2006 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,191 mi
Last recorded41,191 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ56 LRE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 41,191 miles

Brake pedal spongy

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 41,115 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 41,114 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 40,958 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 40,860 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 40,634 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 40,273 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 40,249 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Jun 2016 38,515 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 37,827 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 36,567 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 35,321 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 33,847 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 33,847 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 30,694 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 25,115 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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FJ56 LRE is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FJ56 LRE, 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 FJ56 LRE registered?

FJ56 LRE is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 11 September 2006.

Is FJ56 LRE safe to buy?

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