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GX06 GYS

2006 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

42,257 mi
Last recorded42,257 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX06 GYS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 42,257 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 42,253 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 39,528 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 31,347 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 29,880 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 28,632 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 25,103 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 21,387 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 17,629 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 14,972 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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GX06 GYS is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GX06 GYS, 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 GX06 GYS registered?

GX06 GYS is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 May 2006.

Is GX06 GYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX06 GYS shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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