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EX06 LOT

2006 Lotus Exige

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

40,301 mi
Last recorded40,301 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Exige28,575 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX06 LOT
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2006
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 40,301 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 39,729 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 39,063 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 38,635 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 33,456 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 32,023 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 24,553 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2011 24,553 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2010 21,723 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 15,851 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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EX06 LOT is a 2006 Lotus Exige in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EX06 LOT, 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 EX06 LOT registered?

EX06 LOT is a 2006 Lotus Exige, first registered on 2 October 2006.

Is EX06 LOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX06 LOT shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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