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AU08 CRZ

2008 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2017
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,810 mi
Last recorded13,810 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 Lotus Exige27,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 CRZ
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2016 13,810 miles

cracks to tread on rear tyres

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm centre (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm centre (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 12,754 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 12,557 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 12,248 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 11,663 miles

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 8,419 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 CRZ is a 2008 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CRZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU08 CRZ registered?

AU08 CRZ is a 2008 Lotus Exige, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is AU08 CRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 CRZ shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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