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E16 XGE

2006 Lotus Exige

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2011
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,657 mi
Last recorded25,657 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2010
Typical for 2006 Lotus Exige28,575 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE16 XGE
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2010 25,657 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 21,073 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

head lamp aims on limits

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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E16 XGE is a 2006 Lotus Exige in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E16 XGE, 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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What year was E16 XGE registered?

E16 XGE is a 2006 Lotus Exige, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is E16 XGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E16 XGE shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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