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KX06 HCL

2006 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,388 mi
Last recorded60,388 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX06 HCL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2018 60,388 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 57,269 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 55,483 miles

offside headlamp on upper limit

Pass 4 Oct 2013 51,049 miles

front tyres inner raised edges worn

Pass 6 Sep 2012 45,841 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 43,138 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 32,434 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Aug 2010 32,418 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 22,730 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 22,716 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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 HCL is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Yellow 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 HCL, 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 HCL registered?

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

Is KX06 HCL safe to buy?

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