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AU56 CTV

2006 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

57,103 mi
Last recorded57,103 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Exige28,575 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 CTV
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 57,103 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2024 54,999 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 53,706 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 53,657 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 52,053 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 51,476 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 50,674 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 49,648 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 47,886 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 45,916 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 44,014 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 39,522 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 34,688 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 11 Jul 2012 30,680 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 25,954 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 19,328 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 18,176 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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AU56 CTV is a 2006 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 AU56 CTV, 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

How do I check the history of AU56 CTV?

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What year was AU56 CTV registered?

AU56 CTV is a 2006 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 December 2006.

Is AU56 CTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU56 CTV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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