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70 EXG

2018 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,710 mi
Last recorded20,710 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2018 Lotus Exige11,812 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration70 EXG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 20,710 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 19,753 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 17,174 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2023 17,173 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear (0.1 (d))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 14,922 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 11,471 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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70 EXG is a 2018 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.0% with a typical mileage of 11,812 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 70 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 8 years old, this Lotus Exige is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 70 EXG registered?

70 EXG is a 2018 Lotus Exige, first registered on 16 April 2018.

Is 70 EXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 70 EXG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 70 EXG have outstanding finance?

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