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FJ05 KKB

2005 Lotus Exige

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

20,620 mi
Last recorded20,620 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 KKB
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 20,620 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2026 20,615 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/50/16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Mar 2025 20,319 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 19,991 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 18,851 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 18,459 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 17,875 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 17,501 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 17,204 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 16,391 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 16,391 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 9 May 2015 16,307 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 16,307 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 May 2014 16,270 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 16,041 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 16,041 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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)

Pass 8 May 2012 15,671 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 25 Jul 2011 8,388 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 8,333 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)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 3,359 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 3,260 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 1,495 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 1,333 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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FJ05 KKB is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 FJ05 KKB, 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 FJ05 KKB registered?

FJ05 KKB is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 27 April 2005.

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