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EXI 808

2000 Lotus Exige

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

36,138 mi
Last recorded36,138 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Exige29,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEXI 808
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 36,138 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 34,919 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 33,834 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 32,469 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 30,885 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 30,845 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2016 30,613 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 30,613 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 28,774 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 26,515 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 24,026 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 23,880 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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EXI 808 is a 2000 Lotus Exige in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2000 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 29,758 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 EXI 808, 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 26 years old, this Lotus Exige is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EXI 808?

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What year was EXI 808 registered?

EXI 808 is a 2000 Lotus Exige, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is EXI 808 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EXI 808 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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