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SN56 DTY

2006 Lotus Europa

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

11,918 mi
Last recorded11,918 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Europa32,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN56 DTY
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 11,918 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 11,313 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing front & rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 10,846 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2023 10,808 miles

Position lamp not working front & rear (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 10,409 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 10,058 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 9,540 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 9,060 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 8,579 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 8,137 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 7,752 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 7,386 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 6,704 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 6,295 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 6,013 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 5,450 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 4,134 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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SN56 DTY is a 2006 Lotus Europa in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 SN56 DTY, 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

How do I check the history of SN56 DTY?

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What year was SN56 DTY registered?

SN56 DTY is a 2006 Lotus Europa, first registered on 9 October 2006.

Is SN56 DTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN56 DTY shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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