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WX56 LCL

2006 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

12,682 mi
Last recorded12,682 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX56 LCL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 12,682 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 9,994 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 8,741 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 5,185 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 813 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 67,273 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 65,378 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 63,015 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 61,388 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 56,216 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 49,856 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 42,078 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2013 42,078 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 26,528 miles

small chips in windscreen

Pass 25 Aug 2011 11,845 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 3,913 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 7 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 LCL is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,794cc 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 WX56 LCL, 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

How do I check the history of WX56 LCL?

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What year was WX56 LCL registered?

WX56 LCL is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 11 October 2006.

Is WX56 LCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX56 LCL shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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