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AU59 AGV

2009 Lotus Exige

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

37,223 mi
Last recorded37,223 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Lotus Exige22,277 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU59 AGV
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 37,223 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 35,240 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 32,684 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 31,376 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 30,316 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 27,245 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 22 Jan 2018 25,293 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2018 25,253 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 23,044 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 21,956 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 18,860 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 17,024 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 14,482 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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AU59 AGV is a 2009 Lotus Exige in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AU59 AGV, 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

How do I check the history of AU59 AGV?

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What year was AU59 AGV registered?

AU59 AGV is a 2009 Lotus Exige, first registered on 22 October 2009.

Is AU59 AGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU59 AGV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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