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P906 MRV

1996 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,859 mi
Last recorded76,859 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2013
Typical for 1996 Lotus Elise48,015 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP906 MRV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2013 76,859 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 76,151 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 75,140 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 73,329 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 73,329 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 71,277 miles

front no plate cracked

offside rear wheel rim damaged

Fail 24 Mar 2009 71,277 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front no plate cracked

offside rear wheel rim damaged

Pass 7 Apr 2008 69,801 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 69,801 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 68,228 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 68,228 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 66,212 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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P906 MRV is a 1996 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 48,015 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P906 MRV, 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 30 years old, this Lotus Elise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P906 MRV?

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What year was P906 MRV registered?

P906 MRV is a 1996 Lotus Elise, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P906 MRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P906 MRV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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