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E14 XGE

2005 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

38,023 mi
Last recorded38,023 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE14 XGE
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 38,023 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 37,563 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 36,425 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 35,647 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 34,997 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 34,622 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 34,343 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 32,523 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 29,321 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 27,004 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 17 Apr 2015 25,923 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2015 25,923 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Apr 2014 24,826 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 23,632 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 22,146 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 18,639 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 15,401 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 9,906 miles

UNABLE TO CHECK THE UNDER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE FULLY DUE TO FITTMENT OF UNDER TRAYS

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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E14 XGE is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 E14 XGE, 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 E14 XGE registered?

E14 XGE is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 17 April 2005.

Is E14 XGE safe to buy?

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