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OU06 BGF

2006 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2014
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,744 mi
Last recorded24,744 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2013
Typical for 2006 Lotus Exige28,575 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU06 BGF
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 1 Feb 2013 24,744 miles

front discs slightly corroded and worn

front pads look low

rear inner pads hard to see

rear tyres 3mm

Pass 13 Apr 2012 20,409 miles

front pads over 50% worn

led side light bulb fitted to offside

Pass 14 Mar 2011 17,297 miles

front pads look low

front tyre s low 195/50/16

rear pads look low

rear tyres 2.5mm 225/45/17

Pass 13 Apr 2010 14,666 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 12,683 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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OU06 BGF is a 2006 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 OU06 BGF, 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 OU06 BGF registered?

OU06 BGF is a 2006 Lotus Exige, first registered on 10 April 2006.

Is OU06 BGF safe to buy?

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