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KX06 HCD

2006 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,210 mi
Last recorded61,210 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX06 HCD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 61,210 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 57,848 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 May 2015 57,848 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 May 2014 53,394 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2013 49,111 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 44,226 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 36,441 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 30,140 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 29,874 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside rear tubeless valve perrished

nearside rear tyre worn

offside rear tubeless valve perrished

offside rear tyre worn

Pass 19 Jun 2009 22,676 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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KX06 HCD is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KX06 HCD, 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 KX06 HCD registered?

KX06 HCD is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 30 March 2006.

Is KX06 HCD safe to buy?

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