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D16 WTF

2000 Lotus Exige

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

26,001 mi
Last recorded26,001 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Exige29,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD16 WTF
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 26,001 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2026 26,001 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 May 2025 25,261 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 25,095 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 24,490 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 24,368 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four tyres (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 24,324 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 24,029 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 23,994 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

both nearside tyres 2mm, both offside tyres 3mm

Pass 19 May 2014 23,547 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2010 23,354 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 23,320 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 23,222 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 22,543 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 21,946 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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D16 WTF is a 2000 Lotus Exige in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2000 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 29,758 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 D16 WTF, 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 26 years old, this Lotus Exige is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D16 WTF registered?

D16 WTF is a 2000 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is D16 WTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D16 WTF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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