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F5 EXG

2008 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,795 mi
Last recorded45,795 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Exige27,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF5 EXG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 45,795 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 44,380 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 42,539 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2023 42,539 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 40,831 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 40,023 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 37,769 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 14 Mar 2020 37,737 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 36,373 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 36,373 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 32,027 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 29,840 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 25,534 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 22,335 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 20,781 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 18,028 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight play in offside rear toe link

Pass 5 Mar 2012 14,604 miles

both rear suspension arms slight play

Pass 4 Mar 2011 11,289 miles

slight play in osr inner track rod end ball joint

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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F5 EXG is a 2008 Lotus Exige in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 27,338 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 F5 EXG, 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 18 years old, this Lotus Exige is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F5 EXG registered?

F5 EXG is a 2008 Lotus Exige, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is F5 EXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F5 EXG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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