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FJ56 FXT

2006 Lotus Exige

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,148 mi
Last recorded40,148 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Exige28,575 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ56 FXT
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2006
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2026 40,148 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 39,780 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 39,762 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 39,743 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 39,215 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 39,088 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2017 37,679 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 34,255 miles

covers fitted on underside restricting view of all testable components

Pass 14 Mar 2015 31,627 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 29,421 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2012 26,462 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear suspension has slight side to side movement.rear under panels need to be removed

Pass 31 Oct 2011 23,146 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 19,613 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 14,814 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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FJ56 FXT is a 2006 Lotus Exige in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FJ56 FXT, 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 FJ56 FXT registered?

FJ56 FXT is a 2006 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 November 2006.

Is FJ56 FXT safe to buy?

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