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WX55 DNO

2006 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

31,536 mi
Last recorded31,536 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2024
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX55 DNO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2024 31,536 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 31,081 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2023 31,081 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 30,577 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 29,706 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 28,913 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 26,289 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 25,675 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 24,190 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 22,869 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 21,531 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 18,974 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2013 15,420 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 9,182 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 6,025 miles

slight pitting on front and rear discs

Pass 13 Feb 2010 4,868 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 4,015 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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WX55 DNO is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 WX55 DNO, 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 WX55 DNO registered?

WX55 DNO is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 February 2006.

Is WX55 DNO safe to buy?

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