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M111 RPA

2006 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,608 mi
Last recorded26,608 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM111 RPA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2025 26,608 miles

Front tyres out of shape inner edge

Pass 4 Sep 2024 25,903 miles

Front tyres out of shape inner edges

Pass 30 Aug 2023 24,875 miles

Front tyres out of shape inner edges

Pass 25 Aug 2022 23,866 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 23,303 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 22,398 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 21,411 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 19,818 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 18,401 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 16,983 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 15,124 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 12,917 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 11,043 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 9,788 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 8,278 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 7,085 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 5,226 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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M111 RPA is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc 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 M111 RPA, 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

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What year was M111 RPA registered?

M111 RPA is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 November 2006.

Is M111 RPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M111 RPA 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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