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GN56 FEU

2006 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

9,385 mi
Last recorded9,385 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN56 FEU
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 9,385 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 9,310 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 8,829 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 8,447 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 8,322 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 7,821 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 7,754 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 7,125 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 6,917 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 6,171 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 6,171 miles

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 6,043 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 5,938 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 5,764 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 5,522 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 5,233 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 4,863 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 4,345 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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GN56 FEU is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 GN56 FEU, 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

How do I check the history of GN56 FEU?

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What year was GN56 FEU registered?

GN56 FEU is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 9 September 2006.

Is GN56 FEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN56 FEU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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