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RX56 EEP

2006 Lotus Europa

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,859 mi
Last recorded23,859 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Europa32,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX56 EEP
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 20 Oct 2025 23,859 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 23,782 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2023 23,747 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 23,742 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 23,704 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 23,625 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 23,512 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 23,440 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 23,293 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2016 23,032 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 22,904 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 22,708 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 22,037 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 21,358 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 21,201 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 20,959 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 20,423 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 18,543 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Europa?

Based on 3,956 MOT tests across 483 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
557
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 112
brake binding 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
parking brake recording little or no effort 47
Stop lamp not working 45
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RX56 EEP is a 2006 Lotus Europa in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2006 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 32,022 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Europa fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 112 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX56 EEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Europa typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 20 years old, this Lotus Europa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX56 EEP registered?

RX56 EEP is a 2006 Lotus Europa, first registered on 12 September 2006.

Is RX56 EEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX56 EEP shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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