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L25 TJL

2006 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,801 mi
Last recorded75,801 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL25 TJL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 23 Jan 2026 75,801 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 74,971 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 74,108 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 73,099 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 71,953 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 70,926 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 70,318 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 69,175 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 68,118 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 66,578 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 65,132 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 63,183 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 60,846 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 59,165 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 55,249 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2010 46,357 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 36,829 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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L25 TJL is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 L25 TJL, 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

How do I check the history of L25 TJL?

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What year was L25 TJL registered?

L25 TJL is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 December 2006.

Is L25 TJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L25 TJL 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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