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GX56 OTL

2006 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

45,263 mi
Last recorded45,263 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX56 OTL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 45,263 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2025 45,212 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 43,944 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 42,307 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 40,703 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 38,849 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 37,338 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 36,278 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 34,159 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 31,779 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 29,684 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 27,216 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 24,577 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 21,877 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 19,218 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 17,271 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 13,542 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 10,630 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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GX56 OTL is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Red 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 GX56 OTL, 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 GX56 OTL registered?

GX56 OTL is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 September 2006.

Is GX56 OTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX56 OTL 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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