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G10 EXG

2001 Lotus Exige

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,836 mi
Last recorded20,836 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Lotus Exige26,625 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG10 EXG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 20,836 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2026 20,836 miles

Emissions unable to be completed vehicle getting too hot (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 20,709 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 20,477 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 20,238 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2022 20,238 miles

Emissions not tested vehicle over heating (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 19,951 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2021 19,931 miles

Emissions not tested vehicle over heating (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 19,495 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 18,896 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 18,342 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 18,017 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 18,017 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 May 2016 17,585 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 17,068 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 17,068 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 May 2014 16,287 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2013 15,907 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2012 15,325 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2011 14,807 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 11,052 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 9,625 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 7,877 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 5,436 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 2,151 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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G10 EXG is a 2001 Lotus Exige in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 26,625 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 G10 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 25 years old, this Lotus Exige is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G10 EXG registered?

G10 EXG is a 2001 Lotus Exige, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is G10 EXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G10 EXG shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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