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E1 EXG

2006 Lotus Exige

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,807 mi
Last recorded40,807 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Exige28,575 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE1 EXG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 40,807 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 40,805 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 40,799 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 40,721 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 40,271 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 37,922 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 37,051 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 35,807 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 34,788 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 34,788 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault light on (3.4.1c)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 34,260 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 33,157 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2013 32,407 miles

front and rear brake discs corroded

Fail 27 Mar 2013 32,390 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

advise front and rear brake discs corroded

Pass 21 Mar 2012 29,489 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 29,488 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 25,064 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 25,062 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 20,868 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 17,546 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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E1 EXG is a 2006 Lotus Exige in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 E1 EXG, 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 E1 EXG registered?

E1 EXG is a 2006 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is E1 EXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E1 EXG shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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