2006 Lotus Exige S Tour & Sports MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Exige S Tour & Sports models manufactured in 2006, based on 39 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2006 Lotus Exige S Tour & Sports MOT Analysis
The 2006 Lotus Exige S Tour & Sports has an MOT pass rate of 76.9% based on 39 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 27,373 miles on the odometer. With a 23.1% failure rate, the 2006 Exige S Tour & Sports is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2006 Lotus Exige S Tour & Sports is Registration Plates and VIN, responsible for 5.1% of failures. Registration Plates and VIN issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400. Tyres is the second most common issue at 5.1%.
Top failures specific to 2006 models only. The overall Exige S Tour & Sports page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration Plates And Vin | 5.1% | 2 |
| 2 | Tyres | 5.1% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 27,373 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registration Plates and VIN | 1.87 | 5.1% | 2 |
| Tyres | 1.87 | 5.1% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2006 Lotus Exige S Tour & Sports has an MOT pass rate of 76.9% based on 39 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 27,373 miles on the odometer. With a 23.1% failure rate, the 2006 Exige S Tour & Sports is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2006 Lotus Exige S Tour & Sports, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to registration plates and vin: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With relatively low average mileage of 27,373 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Registration Plates and VIN — 5.1% of failures
Registration Plates and VIN issues account for 5.1% of MOT failures on 2006 Lotus Exige S Tour & Sports models. Registration Plates and VIN issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Tyres — 5.1% of failures
Tyres issues account for 5.1% of MOT failures on 2006 Lotus Exige S Tour & Sports models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.