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EU05 EZZ

2005 Lotus Exige

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

21,563 mi
Last recorded21,563 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 EZZ
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2019 21,563 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 21,304 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 20,545 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 20,434 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 19,397 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 19,272 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 5 Apr 2012 18,268 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 18,262 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 17,413 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 14,325 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 11,876 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 9,566 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 EZZ is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EZZ, 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 EZZ registered?

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

Is EU05 EZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU05 EZZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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