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WX56 LCG

2006 Lotus Elise

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

39,701 mi
Last recorded39,701 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX56 LCG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 39,701 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 13 Mar 2026 39,669 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 37,089 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Toe Link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 33,305 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component ball joint has slight play tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component ball joint has slight play tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

emmision's fluctuating

Pass 5 Apr 2023 29,589 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2023 29,588 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 May 2022 28,350 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 26,544 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 23,211 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 22,431 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 21,517 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 21,005 miles

Rear fog lamp has LED's missing

Fail 27 Jul 2017 21,005 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp has LED's missing

Pass 1 Aug 2016 20,295 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 20,008 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 19,032 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 19,027 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 17,799 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 16,005 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 13,532 miles

front number plate cracked.

Pass 9 Sep 2010 11,433 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 11,433 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 9,975 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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WX56 LCG is a 2006 Lotus Elise in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WX56 LCG, 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 WX56 LCG registered?

WX56 LCG is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 September 2006.

Is WX56 LCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX56 LCG shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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