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EU57 HBJ

2008 Lotus Exige

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,786 mi
Last recorded23,786 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 Lotus Exige27,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU57 HBJ
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2016 23,786 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 23,786 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 21,619 miles

o/s/rear track control arm inner joint worn

Pass 17 Jul 2014 19,631 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 15,819 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 12,907 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 6,550 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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EU57 HBJ is a 2008 Lotus Exige in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 27,338 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EU57 HBJ, 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 18 years old, this Lotus Exige is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EU57 HBJ registered?

EU57 HBJ is a 2008 Lotus Exige, first registered on 14 February 2008.

Is EU57 HBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU57 HBJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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