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EX18 EGT

2018 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

18,808 mi
Last recorded18,808 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2018 Lotus Exige11,812 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX18 EGT
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 18,808 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2025 18,808 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2024 18,755 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 17,079 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 16,298 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 14,440 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2021 14,440 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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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EX18 EGT is a 2018 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2018 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.0% with a typical mileage of 11,812 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 EX18 EGT, 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 8 years old, this Lotus Exige is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EX18 EGT?

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What year was EX18 EGT registered?

EX18 EGT is a 2018 Lotus Exige, first registered on 23 April 2018.

Is EX18 EGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX18 EGT shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX18 EGT have outstanding finance?

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