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WA06 AOV

2006 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

20,479 mi
Last recorded20,479 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA06 AOV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 20,479 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. NS slower acting (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 18,815 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 15,941 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 15,660 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 14,659 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 12,665 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 12,575 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 12,420 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 12,221 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 11,931 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 11,494 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 11,090 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 10,685 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 10,097 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 9,008 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2009 5,933 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight play in nearside rear toe links

Fail 12 Feb 2009 5,933 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight play in nearside rear toe links

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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WA06 AOV is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 WA06 AOV, 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 WA06 AOV registered?

WA06 AOV is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is WA06 AOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA06 AOV 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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