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G11 OOL

2000 Lotus Exige

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

33,777 mi
Last recorded33,777 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Lotus Exige29,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG11 OOL
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 33,777 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 33,646 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 33,280 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 32,886 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 32,709 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 31,939 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 30,519 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 29,742 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 28,179 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 25,739 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 23,552 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 21,139 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 18,312 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 13,486 miles

BOTH SIDES FRONT TRACK ROD END GAITERS CRACKING WITH AGE

Pass 18 Jul 2009 11,592 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 9,376 miles

number plates

Pass 25 Jul 2007 7,647 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 5,642 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 5,640 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Nearside front tyre sidewall damaged but has no inner structure visible/showing

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

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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G11 OOL is a 2000 Lotus Exige in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2000 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 29,758 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 G11 OOL, 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 26 years old, this Lotus Exige is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G11 OOL?

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What year was G11 OOL registered?

G11 OOL is a 2000 Lotus Exige, first registered on 17 October 2000.

Is G11 OOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G11 OOL shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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