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PC04 NAP

2006 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

51,053 mi
Last recorded51,053 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPC04 NAP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 51,053 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2025 50,082 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 49,983 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 49,051 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 47,985 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 47,964 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 47,734 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 47,435 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 46,950 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 47,462 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 45,888 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

covers fitted not allowing full inspection of tested area

Pass 4 Apr 2015 43,912 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 41,975 miles

Engine / component covers obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Full under carrage trays / heat sheilds / splash guards / sill guards obscuring prescribed underside components / areas

slight corrosion to underbody visible components

Fail 26 Mar 2014 41,963 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Engine / component covers obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Full under carrage trays / heat sheilds / splash guards / sill guards obscuring prescribed underside components / areas

slight corrosion to underbody visible components

Pass 22 Oct 2012 31,306 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 28,136 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 Nov 2011 28,136 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 24,679 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2009 15,428 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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PC04 NAP is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 PC04 NAP, 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 PC04 NAP registered?

PC04 NAP is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 October 2006.

Is PC04 NAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for PC04 NAP shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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