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X506 XRH

2001 Lotus Exige

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

52,153 mi
Last recorded52,153 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Lotus Exige26,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX506 XRH
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 52,153 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 51,744 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 51,401 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 51,277 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 51,060 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 50,896 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 50,809 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 50,721 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 49,800 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 49,555 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 48,127 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 2 Mar 2006 48,127 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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X506 XRH is a 2001 Lotus Exige in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2001 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 26,625 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 X506 XRH, 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 25 years old, this Lotus Exige is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X506 XRH registered?

X506 XRH is a 2001 Lotus Exige, first registered on 27 February 2001.

Is X506 XRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for X506 XRH shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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