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AU06 GRZ

2006 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

19,891 mi
Last recorded19,891 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Exige28,575 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU06 GRZ
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 19,891 miles

Front Number plate damaged

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 18,485 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 16,480 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 14,649 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 12,824 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 10,922 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 10,136 miles

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 9,979 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 9,616 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 9,112 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 8,816 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 8,318 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 54,323 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 7,346 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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 heat sheilds breaking up

Pass 14 Jun 2013 6,858 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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 2 Jul 2012 6,277 miles

Coolant leak

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 2 Jul 2012 6,277 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 29 Jun 2011 5,450 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 4,154 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 2,813 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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 GRZ is a 2006 Lotus Exige in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 GRZ, 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 GRZ registered?

AU06 GRZ is a 2006 Lotus Exige, first registered on 5 July 2006.

Is AU06 GRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU06 GRZ shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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