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FH05 POF

2005 Lotus Exige

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

18,740 mi
Last recorded18,740 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2009
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 POF
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2009 18,740 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 3 Aug 2009 18,737 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 12,660 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 12,468 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 12,468 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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FH05 POF is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2005 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 28,182 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 FH05 POF, 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 21 years old, this Lotus Exige is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FH05 POF registered?

FH05 POF is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 19 July 2005.

Is FH05 POF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 POF shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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