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WX06 LCV

2006 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

14,903 mi
Last recorded14,903 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX06 LCV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 14,903 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 14,121 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 13,000 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 12,740 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 11,711 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 11,235 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 10,520 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 9,009 miles

m/l on

Pass 11 Aug 2016 7,679 miles

Rear discs rusty

Pass 23 Dec 2014 4,636 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 4,556 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2012 4,464 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 4,464 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 4,022 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 3,530 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 LCV is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LCV, 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 LCV registered?

WX06 LCV is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 April 2006.

Is WX06 LCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX06 LCV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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