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F1 LHJ

2018 Lotus Exige

Grey Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,929 mi
Last recorded40,929 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Lotus Exige11,812 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF1 LHJ
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2026 40,929 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 37,707 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 35,106 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 33,284 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 29,923 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 25,965 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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F1 LHJ is a 2018 Lotus Exige in Grey with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 F1 LHJ, 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

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What year was F1 LHJ registered?

F1 LHJ is a 2018 Lotus Exige, first registered on 26 January 2018.

Is F1 LHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F1 LHJ shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F1 LHJ have outstanding finance?

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