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AU06 CSZ

2006 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,853 mi
Last recorded37,853 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Exige28,575 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU06 CSZ
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 37,853 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 35,297 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 32,905 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 30,420 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2022 30,409 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 1.41% (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 24,971 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 24,955 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 1.14% (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 20,975 miles

Front washers weak

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges wearing off (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges wearing off (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 15,993 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement toe link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement toe link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2017 12,288 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 11,835 miles

Engine warning light on

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 May 2015 11,340 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)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine warning light on

Pass 16 May 2014 11,120 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 May 2013 10,789 miles

Both Rear Discs badly corroded on inside face.

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

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

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 May 2012 10,320 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 9,932 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 9,503 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 9,018 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Lotus Exige?

Based on 20,795 MOT tests across 2,298 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
1,345
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,298
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 417
Headlamp aim too high 214
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 205
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 178
Headlamp aim too low 155
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AU06 CSZ is a 2006 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 28,575 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Exige fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 417 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU06 CSZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Exige typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 20 years old, this Lotus Exige is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU06 CSZ registered?

AU06 CSZ is a 2006 Lotus Exige, first registered on 17 March 2006.

Is AU06 CSZ safe to buy?

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