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WX56 HMV

2006 Lotus Europa

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

14,024 mi
Last recorded14,024 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Europa32,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX56 HMV
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 14,024 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 13,998 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 13,826 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2020 13,616 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

exhaust deteriating

headlamps have some water ingress

suspension components corroding

Pass 4 Dec 2018 13,583 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 13,530 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 13,463 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2016 13,461 miles

All position lamps not working with ignition off (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 13,442 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 13,290 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 13,149 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 13,028 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 12,916 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 12,607 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 10,543 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Europa?

Based on 3,956 MOT tests across 483 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
557
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 112
brake binding 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
parking brake recording little or no effort 47
Stop lamp not working 45
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WX56 HMV is a 2006 Lotus Europa in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2006 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 32,022 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Europa fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 112 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX56 HMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Europa typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 20 years old, this Lotus Europa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WX56 HMV registered?

WX56 HMV is a 2006 Lotus Europa, first registered on 20 October 2006.

Is WX56 HMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX56 HMV 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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