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HF06 ETL

2006 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

19,587 mi
Last recorded19,587 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF06 ETL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2025 19,587 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 19,579 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Nov 2023 19,579 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 May 2022 18,991 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 18,290 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective front wiper slight smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pad starting to wear low 3/4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 17,465 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 15,910 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 15,637 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 15,192 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 14,896 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 14,285 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 13,140 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 12,285 miles

front and rear tyres worn to 3mm on edge

Pass 18 Jan 2012 11,630 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 10,806 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 9,053 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 7,671 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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HF06 ETL is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HF06 ETL, 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.

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What year was HF06 ETL registered?

HF06 ETL is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 23 March 2006.

Is HF06 ETL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF06 ETL shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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