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DK06 FUT

2006 Lotus Exige

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

16,005 mi
Last recorded16,005 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2011
Typical for 2006 Lotus Exige28,575 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK06 FUT
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2011 16,005 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 16,003 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 13,774 miles

offside rear stabliser bar has slight play

Pass 24 Jun 2009 10,962 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 10,962 miles

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

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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DK06 FUT is a 2006 Lotus Exige in Red 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 DK06 FUT, 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 DK06 FUT registered?

DK06 FUT is a 2006 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 July 2006.

Is DK06 FUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK06 FUT 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.

Does DK06 FUT have outstanding finance?

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