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HF55 FFY

2006 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,968 mi
Last recorded29,968 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF55 FFY
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 29,968 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 29,268 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 22,360 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 22,359 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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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HF55 FFY is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HF55 FFY, 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 HF55 FFY?

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What year was HF55 FFY registered?

HF55 FFY is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 January 2006.

Is HF55 FFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF55 FFY shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HF55 FFY have outstanding finance?

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