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X11 YJJ

2006 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

21,676 mi
Last recorded21,676 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Lotus Exige28,575 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX11 YJJ
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 21,676 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 21,217 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 20,374 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 19,539 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 18,085 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 18,036 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 18,023 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 17,135 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Front tyres 3mm tread remaining

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)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Rear tyre valves perished

Fail 3 May 2018 17,135 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Front tyres 3mm tread remaining

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Rear tyre valves perished

Pass 29 Oct 2015 16,817 miles

all four tyres wearing on shoulders

rear brake discs rusty

Fail 29 Oct 2015 16,817 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

all four tyres wearing on shoulders

rear brake discs rusty

Pass 12 Aug 2014 16,028 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 16,028 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 15,487 miles

all tyres on 3mm

Pass 10 Nov 2011 14,319 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all brake pads getting low

both rear tyres between 2+mm and 3mm,both front tyres 3mm

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 16 Jul 2010 12,960 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake discs rusty

tyres 3mm

Pass 19 Feb 2009 10,429 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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X11 YJJ is a 2006 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 X11 YJJ, 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

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What year was X11 YJJ registered?

X11 YJJ is a 2006 Lotus Exige, first registered on 17 January 2006.

Is X11 YJJ safe to buy?

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