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VU06 HZA

2006 Lotus Exige

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

34,693 mi
Last recorded34,693 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Exige28,575 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU06 HZA
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 34,693 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 32,200 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 29,279 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4MM (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2023 28,765 miles

under-trays fitted

Pass 16 May 2022 27,250 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 27,019 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 25,587 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 23,969 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 22,823 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 20,042 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 20,037 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2015 19,755 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 18,941 miles

2 LED'S not working in O/s/r position lamp

Pass 22 Nov 2013 17,638 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2013 17,638 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 15,676 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 14,818 miles

wiper juddering on screen

Pass 9 Nov 2010 12,700 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 9,994 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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VU06 HZA is a 2006 Lotus Exige in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 VU06 HZA, 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

How do I check the history of VU06 HZA?

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What year was VU06 HZA registered?

VU06 HZA is a 2006 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 April 2006.

Is VU06 HZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU06 HZA shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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