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KX06 HCJ

2006 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,231 mi
Last recorded31,231 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2012
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX06 HCJ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2012 31,231 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 3 Jun 2011 25,758 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 May 2010 18,981 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 18,981 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 9,165 miles

O/S rear fog lamp LEDs poor out put in upper segments

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 HCJ is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 HCJ, 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 KX06 HCJ registered?

KX06 HCJ is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 July 2006.

Is KX06 HCJ safe to buy?

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