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JM56 FUN

2006 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,941 mi
Last recorded58,941 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJM56 FUN
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2017 58,941 miles

slight wear to rear discs

Pass 14 Oct 2016 50,288 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 27,891 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 23,537 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 23,535 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 17,619 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 11,511 miles

front & rear brake discs pitted.

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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JM56 FUN is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 JM56 FUN, 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 JM56 FUN registered?

JM56 FUN is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is JM56 FUN safe to buy?

The MOT history for JM56 FUN shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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