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L7 YSE

2006 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

60,050 mi
Last recorded60,050 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL7 YSE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 60,050 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 60,004 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2024 60,003 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 59,932 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 59,721 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 59,721 miles

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Both front (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 59,052 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 59,050 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 57,308 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 55,412 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 53,390 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 49,677 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 43,038 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 35,481 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 May 2010 29,065 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 22,591 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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L7 YSE is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 L7 YSE, 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 L7 YSE registered?

L7 YSE is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 June 2006.

Is L7 YSE safe to buy?

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