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AU06 KUH

2006 Lotus Exige

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

29,032 mi
Last recorded29,032 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Exige28,575 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU06 KUH
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 29,032 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 28,984 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 28,926 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 28,799 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 28,724 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2020 28,647 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 28,552 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 28,411 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 27,989 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 27,709 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 27,088 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2015 27,079 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2014 26,178 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 25,782 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 25,345 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 24,385 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 22,690 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 22,044 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 18,741 miles

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 KUH is a 2006 Lotus Exige in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 KUH, 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 KUH registered?

AU06 KUH is a 2006 Lotus Exige, first registered on 11 August 2006.

Is AU06 KUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU06 KUH shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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