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WU56 ZFS

2006 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

6,318 mi
Last recorded6,318 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU56 ZFS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 6,318 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 3,865 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 570 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 54,598 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 52,191 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 48,791 miles
Pass 6 May 2019 44,199 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 40,949 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

under trays fitted

Fail 11 Apr 2018 40,949 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Apr 2017 38,227 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 35,967 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 35,967 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 32,453 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 27,532 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 23,567 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 19,885 miles

Front and rear pads half worn

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

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

some corrosion all discs.

Pass 19 Oct 2011 16,194 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 13,646 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 10,746 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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WU56 ZFS is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 WU56 ZFS, 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 WU56 ZFS registered?

WU56 ZFS is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 27 October 2006.

Is WU56 ZFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU56 ZFS shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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