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AU58 ENP

2008 Lotus Exige

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

54,556 mi
Last recorded54,556 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Exige27,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU58 ENP
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 54,556 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 52,165 miles

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 4 Mar 2024 50,147 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2024 50,147 miles

Emissions unable to be completed vehicle getting too hot (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 47,271 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 46,833 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 42,781 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2021 42,726 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 41,235 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 38,665 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 36,830 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 35,288 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 31,934 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 30,629 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

wiper smeary

Pass 3 Apr 2014 27,479 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 26,395 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 24,230 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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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AU58 ENP is a 2008 Lotus Exige in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AU58 ENP, 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 AU58 ENP registered?

AU58 ENP is a 2008 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 December 2008.

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The MOT history for AU58 ENP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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