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FJ06 OJW

2006 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,125 mi
Last recorded33,125 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2012
Typical for 2006 Lotus Exige28,575 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ06 OJW
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2012 33,125 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Aug 2012 33,017 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Sep 2011 23,552 miles

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

unable to check fully underneath due to covers fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2010 11,259 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 6,342 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 6,331 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)

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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FJ06 OJW is a 2006 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FJ06 OJW, 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 FJ06 OJW registered?

FJ06 OJW is a 2006 Lotus Exige, first registered on 24 March 2006.

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The MOT history for FJ06 OJW shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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