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YB06 UJM

2006 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,974 mi
Last recorded3,974 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2022
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB06 UJM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2022 3,974 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2022 3,974 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 17 May 2021 3,239 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 2,681 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 2,681 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 1,920 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Fail 31 Oct 2017 1,920 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 368 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 16 Oct 2015 49,832 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 42,325 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 33,066 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 26,756 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 19,652 miles

Nearside front upper ball joint cover split

Pass 31 Jul 2010 14,168 miles

n/s/f top ball joint leaking grease

Fail 8 Jul 2009 10,840 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 10,840 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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YB06 UJM is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YB06 UJM, 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 YB06 UJM registered?

YB06 UJM is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 3 August 2006.

Is YB06 UJM safe to buy?

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