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WA06 HJG

2006 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

48,072 mi
Last recorded48,072 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA06 HJG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 48,072 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 47,802 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 47,689 miles

General age related corrosion to hubs and suspension components

Pass 11 Jan 2023 47,645 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 47,584 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 47,516 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 47,431 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 47,090 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 45,833 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 44,127 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 40,518 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 39,176 miles

Rear tyres worn unevenly

Fail 24 Sep 2014 39,176 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc's heavily worn

Rear tyres worn unevenly

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 32,112 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 24,604 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 18,617 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 9,815 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 938 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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WA06 HJG is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 HJG, 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 HJG registered?

WA06 HJG is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 28 July 2006.

Is WA06 HJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA06 HJG shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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