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LK56 KLE

2006 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

56,749 mi
Last recorded56,749 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2018
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK56 KLE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2018 56,749 miles

Body panels and under guards preventing inspection of some components.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 10 Feb 2017 56,528 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

covers fitted top and underside

Pass 10 Feb 2016 56,287 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 56,034 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 55,280 miles

Rear brake discs lipped

Fail 7 Feb 2014 55,278 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear brake discs lipped

Offside front side lamp not working intermittantly but came on through test

Fail 24 Jan 2014 55,274 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Exhaust heatshield deteriorated under N/S wheelarch.

Front Offside sidelamp was out at start of test but came on later. Advise repair intermittant connection.

N/S rear foglamp has lost many of its LEDs and its luminosity.

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 42,509 miles

E.M.LIGHT ILLUMINATED VEHICLE SEEMS TO HAVE GONE IN TO SAFE MODE ALSO SEEM TO HAVE WATER LEAK FRONT

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 33,350 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 27,423 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 19 Aug 2010 27,423 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 18,368 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 18,368 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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LK56 KLE is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LK56 KLE, 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 LK56 KLE?

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What year was LK56 KLE registered?

LK56 KLE is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is LK56 KLE safe to buy?

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