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AU08 FVV

2008 Lotus Exige

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,963 mi
Last recorded20,963 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Exige27,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 FVV
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 20,963 miles

under trays

Pass 10 Apr 2025 20,884 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Apr 2024 20,772 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 20,520 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 20,368 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 20,256 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 19,680 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 19,279 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 19,032 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Oil leak ()

Fail 13 Jun 2017 19,032 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Jun 2016 18,788 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 18,532 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 18,025 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 18,025 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 17,318 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 Jun 2012 16,630 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 12 Jun 2012 16,630 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 15,311 miles

Very small cuts to front tyre treads.

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 FVV is a 2008 Lotus Exige in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 AU08 FVV, 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 FVV registered?

AU08 FVV is a 2008 Lotus Exige, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is AU08 FVV safe to buy?

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