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BC05 NBB

2005 Lotus Exige

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2025
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,996 mi
Last recorded74,996 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC05 NBB
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2024 74,996 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 57,330 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 28 Apr 2023 57,330 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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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BC05 NBB is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BC05 NBB, 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 BC05 NBB registered?

BC05 NBB is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is BC05 NBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC05 NBB shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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