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L111 MFB

2006 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,060 mi
Last recorded42,060 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL111 MFB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 16 May 2026 42,060 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 41,772 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 39,379 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 38,989 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 38,674 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 38,122 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 35,858 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 35,447 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 34,616 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 34,069 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 33,310 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 32,482 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2014 31,850 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 30,458 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2012 23,891 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damp on both front bleed nipples on brake calipers

Pass 26 May 2011 16,452 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 15,354 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 13,911 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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L111 MFB is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L111 MFB, 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 L111 MFB registered?

L111 MFB is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is L111 MFB safe to buy?

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