CarVerify

Free Car Check

C12 KJT

2006 Lotus Exige

Red Petrol 1796cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

51,934 mi
Last recorded51,934 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 2006 Lotus Exige28,575 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationC12 KJT
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 51,934 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 51,933 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 May 2018 51,145 miles

Both front tyres have 2-3 mm of tread left

Nearside rear tyre has 2-3 mm of tread left

Offside rear tyre has 3-4 mm of tread left

Fail 30 Apr 2018 51,144 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Both front tyres have 2-3 mm of tread left

Nearside rear tyre has 2-3 mm of tread left

Offside rear tyre has 3-4 mm of tread left

Pass 21 Apr 2017 50,656 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 21 Apr 2017 50,656 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 50,023 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 48,336 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2014 46,842 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 19 May 2014 46,837 miles

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

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 41,246 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 40,131 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 31,950 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 17,860 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 17,860 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 14,933 miles

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

rear number plate perished

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
Full Lotus Exige reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

C12 KJT is a 2006 Lotus Exige in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 C12 KJT, 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 C12 KJT?

You can check the full history of C12 KJT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was C12 KJT registered?

C12 KJT is a 2006 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 November 2006.

Is C12 KJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C12 KJT shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C12 KJT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on C12 KJT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.