MOT Status
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63,477 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Both rear hub bearings have very slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Undertrays obscuring view
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Undertrays obscuring view
Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear most arm (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear most arm (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?
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WX55 XSR 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 WX55 XSR, 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.
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What year was WX55 XSR registered?
WX55 XSR is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 12 January 2006.
Is WX55 XSR safe to buy?
The MOT history for WX55 XSR 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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