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EU06 AXC

2006 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

37,539 mi
Last recorded37,539 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Exige28,575 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU06 AXC
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 37,539 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 37,355 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 37,165 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 36,984 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 36,982 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 35,660 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 35,441 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 33,954 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 31,294 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 29,462 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 27,079 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 22,626 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 17,808 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 17,189 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 15,104 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 11,244 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 11,243 miles

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

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

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

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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EU06 AXC is a 2006 Lotus Exige in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 EU06 AXC, 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 EU06 AXC?

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What year was EU06 AXC registered?

EU06 AXC is a 2006 Lotus Exige, first registered on 10 May 2006.

Is EU06 AXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU06 AXC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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