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HF56 FKL

2006 Lotus Exige

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2016
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,304 mi
Last recorded27,304 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2015
Typical for 2006 Lotus Exige28,575 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF56 FKL
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2006
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2015 27,304 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 23,982 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2014 18,234 miles

headlamp aims on lower limit

rear service brake readings higher than fronts,may require investigation

uneven rise and fall between parking brakes

Pass 16 Jan 2013 16,173 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 13,032 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 11,045 miles

Front brake pads wearing low.

Rear tyres worn to 3mm.

Pass 16 Oct 2009 9,223 miles

Nearside 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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HF56 FKL is a 2006 Lotus Exige in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 HF56 FKL, 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 HF56 FKL registered?

HF56 FKL is a 2006 Lotus Exige, first registered on 11 November 2006.

Is HF56 FKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF56 FKL shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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