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AU56 HWG

2006 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

27,376 mi
Last recorded27,376 miles
Recorded on15 May 2012
Typical for 2006 Lotus Exige28,575 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 HWG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2012 27,376 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2012 27,376 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 24,180 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 24,177 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

N/S/R and both front tyres close to lgal limit.

Pass 19 Mar 2010 18,599 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 HWG is a 2006 Lotus Exige in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AU56 HWG, 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.

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How do I check the history of AU56 HWG?

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What year was AU56 HWG registered?

AU56 HWG is a 2006 Lotus Exige, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is AU56 HWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU56 HWG shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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