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AU05 BFE

2005 Lotus Exige

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,105 mi
Last recorded28,105 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2011
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 BFE
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2011 28,105 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 22,094 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 22,094 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 14,972 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 11,590 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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AU05 BFE is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 AU05 BFE, 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 AU05 BFE registered?

AU05 BFE is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is AU05 BFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 BFE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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