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GX56 OTM

2006 Lotus Exige

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Lotus Exige28,575 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX56 OTM
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026
Pass 5 Jul 2021 812,544 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 812,166 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 811,051 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 810,090 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 809,030 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 809,029 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 808,116 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 806,706 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Jul 2014 806,706 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres getting close to wear bars

Pass 5 Jul 2013 801,836 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 42,388 miles

screen damage outside zone a and b

Pass 29 Sep 2009 30,678 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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GX56 OTM is a 2006 Lotus Exige in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GX56 OTM, 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 GX56 OTM registered?

GX56 OTM is a 2006 Lotus Exige, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is GX56 OTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX56 OTM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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