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24 BTG

2005 Lotus Exige

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

44,388 mi
Last recorded44,388 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration24 BTG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 44,388 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 43,364 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 42,838 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 41,992 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 40,706 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2021 40,706 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 38,291 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 35,466 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 32,998 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 31,779 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 29,880 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 4 Jul 2015 28,637 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 26,981 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 24,376 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 21,805 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 19,366 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 13,455 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 8,668 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 8,379 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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24 BTG is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 28,182 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 24 BTG, 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 21 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 24 BTG registered?

24 BTG is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 25 April 2005.

Is 24 BTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 24 BTG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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