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YN06 HCP

2006 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

55,247 mi
Last recorded55,247 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Elise31,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN06 HCP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 55,247 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2025 54,727 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 54,351 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2023 53,822 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Under Trays Fitted

Pass 4 Apr 2022 53,549 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 53,057 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 51,779 miles

front brake pads wearing low and discs corroding

rear tyres getting low

Pass 6 Jan 2018 48,412 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 44,357 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 40,015 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 36,552 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 32,360 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 18 Jan 2013 26,528 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all brake discs surface corroded

Fail 17 Jan 2013 26,528 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all brake discs surface corroded

Pass 1 Jun 2012 25,282 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 23,871 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2010 20,872 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 16,681 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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YN06 HCP is a 2006 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 YN06 HCP, 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 YN06 HCP registered?

YN06 HCP is a 2006 Lotus Elise, first registered on 3 June 2006.

Is YN06 HCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN06 HCP shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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