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ML51 LOT

2006 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

37,978 mi
Last recorded37,978 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML51 LOT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 37,978 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 37,472 miles

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2023 35,132 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 34,916 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 33,616 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres low on inner edges and starting to crack (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 32,608 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 29,918 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 28,018 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 26,623 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 25,185 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2015 23,483 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 21,375 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre tread low on inner edge

Fail 18 Jun 2014 21,375 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre tread low on inner edge

Pass 21 Jun 2013 20,249 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 18,359 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 16,718 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 13,901 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 11,855 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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ML51 LOT is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 ML51 LOT, 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 ML51 LOT registered?

ML51 LOT is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 April 2006.

Is ML51 LOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML51 LOT shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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