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GX06 GYW

2006 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,634 mi
Last recorded34,634 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX06 GYW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2026 34,634 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 33,922 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 32,481 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 26,984 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 22,519 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 17,274 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 16,663 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front tyres 3 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 16,343 miles

under trays fitted covering some components

Pass 4 Sep 2014 15,841 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Aug 2013 15,186 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 13,340 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 12,988 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 12,002 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 9,782 miles

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

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

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 GYW is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 GX06 GYW, 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 GYW registered?

GX06 GYW is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 12 April 2006.

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