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EX11 GCX

2013 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,230 mi
Last recorded30,230 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 Lotus Exige18,560 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX11 GCX
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 30,230 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 27,369 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 8 Aug 2023 25,947 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2023 25,947 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Apr 2022 18,749 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres Low on inner edges and 3mm in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Apr 2021 14,627 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2021 14,608 miles

Front Coil spring fractured or broken Both front springs broken at the bottom (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 14,198 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 13,103 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 10,903 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 10,903 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 6,694 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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EX11 GCX is a 2013 Lotus Exige in Black with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2013 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 18,560 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 EX11 GCX, 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 13 years old, this Lotus Exige is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX11 GCX registered?

EX11 GCX is a 2013 Lotus Exige, first registered on 21 June 2013.

Is EX11 GCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX11 GCX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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