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AU06 KUX

2006 Lotus Exige

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

28,288 mi
Last recorded28,288 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Exige28,575 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 28,288 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 28,236 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 28,042 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 27,676 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 27,643 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 27,389 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 26,720 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 26,150 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 24,464 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 21,525 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 21,518 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Fail 30 Jul 2014 14,729 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jul 2014 14,729 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Nov 2013 13,356 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Nov 2013 13,356 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2013 13,115 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 10,510 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 8,990 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 8,990 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 7,621 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 4,076 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 KUX is a 2006 Lotus Exige in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KUX, 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 KUX registered?

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

Is AU06 KUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU06 KUX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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