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AU54 KWA

2005 Lotus Exige

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,512 mi
Last recorded18,512 miles
Recorded on10 May 2013
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU54 KWA
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 10 May 2013 18,512 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2013 18,512 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Apr 2012 16,319 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 15,716 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 15,288 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 14,710 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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AU54 KWA is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AU54 KWA, 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.

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What year was AU54 KWA registered?

AU54 KWA is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 20 January 2005.

Is AU54 KWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU54 KWA shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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