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WX06 ZNM

2006 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

37,652 mi
Last recorded37,652 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 37,652 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2025 37,652 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 37,482 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 37,138 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 37,013 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 36,881 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 36,728 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2020 36,510 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 35,047 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 30,867 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 28,270 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 27,292 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 26,299 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 24,627 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 27 Feb 2013 21,857 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 19,918 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 17,850 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 15,306 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 11,519 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 ZNM is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc 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 ZNM, 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 ZNM registered?

WX06 ZNM is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is WX06 ZNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX06 ZNM 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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