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K1 CXO

2006 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

28,279 mi
Last recorded28,279 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK1 CXO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 28,279 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 27,723 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 8 Nov 2023 27,480 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 27,174 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2021 26,994 miles

engine cover and under cover fitted

Fail 14 Apr 2021 26,966 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

engine cover and under cover fitted

Pass 23 Jul 2019 26,529 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 26,104 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 25,401 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 24,871 miles

nearside and offside front tyre tread slightly worn and feathered on inner edge

Fail 14 Jun 2016 24,871 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside and offside front tyre tread slightly worn and feathered on inner edge

Pass 22 Jun 2015 22,309 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 19,040 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2014 19,040 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 15,849 miles

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

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

Fail 9 May 2013 15,849 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 12,015 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 11,151 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 10,095 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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K1 CXO is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 K1 CXO, 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 K1 CXO?

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What year was K1 CXO registered?

K1 CXO is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 August 2006.

Is K1 CXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for K1 CXO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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