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F13 SME

2013 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

31,510 mi
Last recorded31,510 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Lotus Exige18,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF13 SME
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 31,510 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 30,670 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2024 30,664 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 29,792 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 29,184 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 27,851 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 24,520 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 11 Apr 2019 16,998 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 13,839 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 11,216 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 8,285 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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F13 SME is a 2013 Lotus Exige in Black with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 F13 SME, 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

How do I check the history of F13 SME?

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What year was F13 SME registered?

F13 SME is a 2013 Lotus Exige, first registered on 27 April 2013.

Is F13 SME safe to buy?

The MOT history for F13 SME shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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