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AU08 BDY

2008 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

23,122 mi
Last recorded23,122 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Lotus Exige27,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 BDY
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2023 23,122 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front shock absorber corroded

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear shock absorber corroded

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear shock absorber corroded

shock absorber corroded

Pass 17 Jan 2022 21,364 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 19,528 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 18,118 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2019 18,118 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 15,259 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 15,204 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Nov 2017 10,153 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 6,210 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 1,037 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 9,833 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 9,332 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 8,653 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 7,756 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 6,960 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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AU08 BDY is a 2008 Lotus Exige in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 27,338 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 AU08 BDY, 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 18 years old, this Lotus Exige is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU08 BDY registered?

AU08 BDY is a 2008 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AU08 BDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 BDY shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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