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YJ56 OML

2006 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

31,007 mi
Last recorded31,007 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ56 OML
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 31,007 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 28,288 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 27,815 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 27,383 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 26,365 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 25,777 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 24,698 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 24,325 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 24,031 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2017 24,031 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front tyre valve rubber separating from metal core

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Oct 2016 20,890 miles

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

engine and under tray covers

front windscreen has damage not seriously affecting driver view of the road

Pass 15 Oct 2015 15,556 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 15,321 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 15,062 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)

Fail 30 Dec 2013 15,062 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 7 Dec 2012 14,793 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 14,652 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 14,195 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 13,419 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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YJ56 OML is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 YJ56 OML, 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.

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What year was YJ56 OML registered?

YJ56 OML is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 28 October 2006.

Is YJ56 OML safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ56 OML shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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