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511 DOP

2000 Lotus Exige

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,978 mi
Last recorded30,978 miles
Recorded on3 May 2023
Typical for 2000 Lotus Exige29,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration511 DOP
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2023 30,978 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 30,588 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 30,357 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 30,250 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 29,540 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 29,278 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 29,278 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2006 21,903 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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511 DOP is a 2000 Lotus Exige in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2000 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 29,758 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 511 DOP, 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 26 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 511 DOP registered?

511 DOP is a 2000 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is 511 DOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 511 DOP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 511 DOP have outstanding finance?

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