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YB06 UKX

2006 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

118,445 mi
Last recorded118,445 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB06 UKX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 118,445 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 104,090 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 91,461 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 78,698 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 61,870 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 43,918 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Nearside Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Offside Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Fail 18 Jul 2009 15,504 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 15,504 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

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 UKX is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YB06 UKX, 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 UKX registered?

YB06 UKX is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 July 2006.

Is YB06 UKX safe to buy?

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