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GN56 WOY

2006 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

39,775 mi
Last recorded39,775 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 39,775 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 39,641 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 39,510 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 39,264 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 39,077 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 38,791 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 38,613 miles

undertrays restricting view

Pass 11 Jul 2019 38,438 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 38,029 miles

Central Front Lower uderbody guards fitted

Central Rear Lower under body guards fitted

Pass 5 Jul 2017 37,683 miles

under-body guards restricting view

Pass 14 Jul 2016 37,053 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 37,053 miles

Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 36,342 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 36,134 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 33,055 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 28,471 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 21,607 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 18,872 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 WOY 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 WOY, 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 WOY?

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What year was GN56 WOY registered?

GN56 WOY is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 23 September 2006.

Is GN56 WOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN56 WOY 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.

Does GN56 WOY have outstanding finance?

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