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JU55 ROW

2006 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

48,999 mi
Last recorded48,999 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJU55 ROW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 48,999 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 46,520 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 43,784 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 42,650 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 41,284 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 40,055 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 38,598 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2019 38,598 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 37,299 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 35,409 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 33,860 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 32,107 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 28,311 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jan 2013 25,069 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 18 Jan 2012 22,340 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jan 2011 19,315 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight weep of grease from os track rod end ball joint

Pass 19 Jan 2010 16,373 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 12,794 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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JU55 ROW is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc 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 JU55 ROW, 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 JU55 ROW registered?

JU55 ROW is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 January 2006.

Is JU55 ROW safe to buy?

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