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EK51 GER

2006 Lotus Exige

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,781 mi
Last recorded44,781 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Exige28,575 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK51 GER
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 44,781 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 44,311 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 43,811 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2024 43,811 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 43,317 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 42,824 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 42,035 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 41,462 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 40,619 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 40,002 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 40,002 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 39,193 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 38,646 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 37,925 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 36,801 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 35,465 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 33,773 miles

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 30,449 miles

front number plate temp fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2010 27,142 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 23,024 miles

Rear tyres getting low.

Fail 6 Apr 2009 23,014 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear tyres getting low.

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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EK51 GER is a 2006 Lotus Exige in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EK51 GER, 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 EK51 GER registered?

EK51 GER is a 2006 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 April 2006.

Is EK51 GER safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK51 GER shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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