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CR07 EXG

2008 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,217 mi
Last recorded37,217 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Exige27,338 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCR07 EXG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 8 May 2026 37,217 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2025 36,012 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 35,097 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 33,648 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 32,348 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 31,962 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 31,441 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 28,509 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 25,864 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 24,539 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 21,711 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 19,669 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 17,768 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 16,786 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 15,742 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 14,156 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 12,040 miles

Front pads worn low.

Rear tyres worn close to limit markers.

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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CR07 EXG is a 2008 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CR07 EXG, 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 CR07 EXG registered?

CR07 EXG is a 2008 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 February 2008.

Is CR07 EXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CR07 EXG shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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