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N18 JSR

2006 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

32,842 mi
Last recorded32,842 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN18 JSR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 32,842 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 30,666 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 26,127 miles

under body mot items are corroded

Pass 8 Apr 2014 25,546 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 22,160 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 23 Nov 2011 22,151 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)

Fail 22 Nov 2011 22,151 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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 23 Nov 2010 22,044 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 17,842 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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N18 JSR is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 N18 JSR, 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 N18 JSR registered?

N18 JSR is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 December 2006.

Is N18 JSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N18 JSR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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