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AU09 BHV

2009 Lotus Exige

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

41,597 mi
Last recorded41,597 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 2009 Lotus Exige22,277 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU09 BHV
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 41,597 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 41,510 miles

Nearside Front 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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2018 37,385 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 33,279 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 26,611 miles

205/45/16 X 2 FRONTS

225/45/17/X 2 REARS

Nearside SERVICE?-CHECK VEHIOCLE RECORDS

Pass 10 Apr 2015 23,854 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 21,389 miles

195/50/16 X 2 FRONTS

225/45/17 X 2 REARS

R-TAX EXPIRES=28/2/15

SERVICE?-CHECK VEHICLE RECORDS

Pass 5 Apr 2013 18,258 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 15,816 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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AU09 BHV is a 2009 Lotus Exige in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2009 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 22,277 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 AU09 BHV, 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 17 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 AU09 BHV registered?

AU09 BHV is a 2009 Lotus Exige, first registered on 11 March 2009.

Is AU09 BHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU09 BHV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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