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EX16 ELS

2016 Lotus Exige

Green Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,113 mi
Last recorded3,113 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 2016 Lotus Exige14,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX16 ELS
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2016
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2019 3,113 miles

vehicle underside covered in under trays

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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EX16 ELS is a 2016 Lotus Exige in Green with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 14,224 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 EX16 ELS, 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 10 years old, this Lotus Exige is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was EX16 ELS registered?

EX16 ELS is a 2016 Lotus Exige, first registered on 11 June 2016.

Is EX16 ELS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX16 ELS shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX16 ELS have outstanding finance?

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