2006 Lotus Elise 1.8L Petrol · MNZ 2262
2006 Lotus Elise (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Feb 2006. Recorded mileage 60,031 miles. MOT valid until 01 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- LOTUS ELISE
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 60,031 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MNZ 2262 Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/09/2026
- 60,031 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MNZ 2262 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Lotus Elise (MNZ 2262) between March 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))”; “Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”.
MNZ 2262 Mileage History
- 12/03/202456,554 mi
- 18/04/202456,555 mi+1 mi
- 14/07/202558,284 mi+1,729 mi
- 28/07/202558,398 mi+114 mi
- 03/09/202660,031 mi+1,633 mi
Average of roughly 1,404 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Lotus Lotus Elise S2 (Toyota-engined)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Radiator End-Tank FailureModerate
The original plastic-ended radiators leak at the seams. Replacement requires "clam-off" labor.
- Rear Toe Link Wear/FailureSerious
The standard toe links can fail under high stress, leading to a sudden loss of control.
- 2ZZ-GE Oil Starvation on TrackSerious
The 2ZZ-GE engine is prone to oil starvation during high lateral G cornering, which can wipe cam lobes and damage bearings. Sump baffles are essential for track use.
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