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EU58 DRX

2008 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,684 mi
Last recorded65,684 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Lotus Exige27,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU58 DRX
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 3 Oct 2025 65,684 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 62,528 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 58,811 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 52,197 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 47,969 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 44,012 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 38,874 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 38,774 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 37,444 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 35,727 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 33,161 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 30,740 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 29,039 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 26,499 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 24,585 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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EU58 DRX is a 2008 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 EU58 DRX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EU58 DRX?

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What year was EU58 DRX registered?

EU58 DRX is a 2008 Lotus Exige, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is EU58 DRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU58 DRX shows 15 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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