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2 EXG

2001 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,346 mi
Last recorded27,346 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Lotus Exige26,625 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration2 EXG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 27,346 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 26,856 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 26,517 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 26,014 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 26,012 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 26,012 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 25,826 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2017 25,826 miles

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

Side repeater incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 25,734 miles

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

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 25,529 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 24,860 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 23,548 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Jul 2013 23,542 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 22,457 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 21,706 miles

Both rear brake discs have very slight corrosion.

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

Underside of vehicle fully covered so very little to inspect.

Pass 26 Jul 2010 20,747 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 18,114 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 1 Aug 2008 16,903 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 15,379 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 14,192 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 12,718 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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2 EXG is a 2001 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 26,625 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 2 EXG, 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 25 years old, this Lotus Exige is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 2 EXG?

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What year was 2 EXG registered?

2 EXG is a 2001 Lotus Exige, first registered on 29 March 2001.

Is 2 EXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2 EXG shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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