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YJ56 NYY

2006 Lotus Europa

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,053 mi
Last recorded36,053 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Europa32,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ56 NYY
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2025 36,053 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 27,234 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 16,073 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 15,979 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

slightly cracking on both sides front tyre

Pass 24 Mar 2021 15,949 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 15,931 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 15,311 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 14,442 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 14,221 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 13,989 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 13,332 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 12,281 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 11,683 miles

all brake discs rusty on inside.

Pass 7 Jun 2012 10,299 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 8,160 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 4,245 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Europa?

Based on 3,956 MOT tests across 483 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
557
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 112
brake binding 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
parking brake recording little or no effort 47
Stop lamp not working 45
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YJ56 NYY is a 2006 Lotus Europa in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2006 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 32,022 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Europa fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 112 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ56 NYY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Europa typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 20 years old, this Lotus Europa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ56 NYY registered?

YJ56 NYY is a 2006 Lotus Europa, first registered on 18 October 2006.

Is YJ56 NYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ56 NYY shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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