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GN56 FFE

2006 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

34,339 mi
Last recorded34,339 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN56 FFE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 34,339 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 33,766 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5MM (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 33,361 miles

Rear heat shield corroded

Pass 7 Oct 2022 32,681 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 32,376 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 31,477 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 30,567 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 29,180 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 28,085 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2017 28,085 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 26,788 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 26,788 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 25,809 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 24,143 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Oct 2013 22,880 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

o/s/r n/s/f o/s/f tyres cracking

Pass 4 Oct 2013 22,880 miles

o/s/r n/s/f o/s/f tyres cracking

Pass 5 Oct 2012 20,806 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 17,670 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 15,131 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 12,482 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 FFE is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 GN56 FFE, 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 GN56 FFE registered?

GN56 FFE is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 October 2006.

Is GN56 FFE safe to buy?

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