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KX56 FMO

2006 Lotus Europa

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,302 mi
Last recorded50,302 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Europa32,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX56 FMO
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 3 Oct 2025 50,302 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 48,630 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 46,681 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 45,092 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 43,317 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 41,652 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 39,664 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 36,991 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 34,056 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)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 30,820 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 29,654 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 27,480 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 24,927 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 21,790 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 19,467 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 16,280 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 12,043 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Europa?

Based on 3,956 MOT tests across 483 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
557
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 112
brake binding 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
parking brake recording little or no effort 47
Stop lamp not working 45
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KX56 FMO is a 2006 Lotus Europa in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2006 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 32,022 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Europa fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 112 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KX56 FMO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Europa typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 20 years old, this Lotus Europa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KX56 FMO?

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What year was KX56 FMO registered?

KX56 FMO is a 2006 Lotus Europa, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is KX56 FMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX56 FMO shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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