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EU05 EZK

2005 Lotus Exige

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

27,348 mi
Last recorded27,348 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 EZK
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 27,348 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 27,085 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 26,839 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Apr 2023 26,839 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 26,569 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2021 26,569 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 26,045 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 25,650 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 25,017 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 24,470 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 23,909 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 23,909 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 22,943 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 21,460 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 20,457 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 19,326 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 17,204 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 15,063 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 13,072 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 10,504 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 EZK is a 2005 Lotus Exige in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 EZK, 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 EZK registered?

EU05 EZK is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 19 July 2005.

Is EU05 EZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU05 EZK shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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