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N888 LOT

2006 Lotus Elise

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

72,672 mi
Last recorded72,672 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN888 LOT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 72,672 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 72,647 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 72,488 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 72,207 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 72,140 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 70,742 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2019 70,594 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2018 69,091 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 67,828 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 21 Nov 2015 62,068 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 49,777 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 43,332 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 37,155 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 24 Oct 2012 37,153 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 29,547 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 21,826 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 14,468 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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N888 LOT is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 N888 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 N888 LOT registered?

N888 LOT is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 24 November 2006.

Is N888 LOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N888 LOT shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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