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EY56 YKN

2006 Lotus Exige

Green Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

8,403 mi
Last recorded8,403 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Lotus Exige28,575 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY56 YKN
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 8,403 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 7,625 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 7,378 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 6,925 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 6,594 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 6,391 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 6,205 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 5,878 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 5,672 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 5,613 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 5,535 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 5,225 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 5,225 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 4,917 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 4,314 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 4,084 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 3,597 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 3,230 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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EY56 YKN is a 2006 Lotus Exige in Green with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 EY56 YKN, 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 EY56 YKN registered?

EY56 YKN is a 2006 Lotus Exige, first registered on 11 September 2006.

Is EY56 YKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY56 YKN shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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