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G7 GBY

2006 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,239 mi
Last recorded12,239 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG7 GBY
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2026 12,239 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 11,813 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 11,278 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 10,823 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 10,322 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2021 9,825 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 9,074 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 8,058 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 6,666 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 5,688 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 5,632 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 5,549 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 5,500 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 5,443 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 5,300 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 5,227 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 5,138 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 4,841 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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G7 GBY is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G7 GBY, 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 G7 GBY registered?

G7 GBY is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is G7 GBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for G7 GBY shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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