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WR56 XSR

2006 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

46,159 mi
Last recorded46,159 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR56 XSR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 46,159 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 3 leds not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front minor stone chip damage to windscreen

Pass 16 May 2025 45,009 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 44,258 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2023 42,932 miles
Fail 15 May 2023 42,932 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2022 41,021 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 36,111 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 35,019 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 32,887 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 29,008 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 25,563 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 22,950 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 20,976 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 18,542 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 16,284 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 13,592 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2010 10,450 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 8,037 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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WR56 XSR is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc 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 WR56 XSR, 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 WR56 XSR registered?

WR56 XSR is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is WR56 XSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR56 XSR 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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