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WX06 GSO

2006 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

26,757 mi
Last recorded26,757 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX06 GSO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 26,757 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 26,523 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 26,007 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 25,207 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 24,362 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 23,331 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 22,603 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 21,916 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 21,422 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 20,001 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 18,077 miles

has under trays fitted from front to rear

Pass 2 Jan 2015 16,119 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 14,356 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2013 12,436 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 11,601 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 10,657 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 10,656 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 8,311 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 4,106 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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WX06 GSO 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 94.7%.

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 WX06 GSO, 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 WX06 GSO registered?

WX06 GSO is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 31 July 2006.

Is WX06 GSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX06 GSO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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