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N99 JHR

2006 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

40,731 mi
Last recorded40,731 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN99 JHR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 40,731 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 39,805 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 38,615 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 37,302 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 34,587 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 32,954 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 32,951 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2020 32,278 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 31,528 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 29,781 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 29,142 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 27,720 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 25,471 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 23,365 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 21,511 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 18,704 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 17,037 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 14,011 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 11,431 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 9,527 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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N99 JHR is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 N99 JHR, 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 N99 JHR registered?

N99 JHR is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 25 April 2006.

Is N99 JHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N99 JHR shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N99 JHR have outstanding finance?

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