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EU05 EYX

2005 Lotus Exige

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,104 mi
Last recorded22,104 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 EYX
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2025 22,104 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 17,693 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 4,476 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 4,413 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 4,398 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 4,318 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 4,067 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 3,851 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 3,594 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 3,191 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 3,102 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 3,005 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 2,804 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 2,715 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 2,396 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 2,204 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 1,470 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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EU05 EYX is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Grey 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 EU05 EYX, 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 EU05 EYX registered?

EU05 EYX is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is EU05 EYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU05 EYX 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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