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Y555 HWK

2006 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

52 mi
Last recorded52 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY555 HWK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 52 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2025 39 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 48,841 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2024 48,825 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 May 2023 48,318 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 44,718 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 42,329 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 39,328 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 34,958 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 34,228 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 33,528 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 32,776 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 29,256 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Apr 2015 29,254 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2014 24,174 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 24,158 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 20,478 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 18,338 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 14,834 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 11,600 miles

rear tyres starting to get low on tread

Pass 24 Apr 2009 7,365 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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Y555 HWK is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 Y555 HWK, 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 Y555 HWK registered?

Y555 HWK is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 26 April 2006.

Is Y555 HWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y555 HWK shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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