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E8 XGE

2005 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,912 mi
Last recorded18,912 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE8 XGE
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2025 18,912 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 18,695 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 18,350 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 18,109 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 17,463 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 17,161 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 17,008 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 16,775 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 15,924 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear track control inner (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement track control inner (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 15,743 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 15,400 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2014 14,603 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 13,193 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 11,624 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 10,288 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 8,258 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 5,637 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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E8 XGE is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E8 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E8 XGE registered?

E8 XGE is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 2 December 2005.

Is E8 XGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E8 XGE 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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