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GD05 OAU

2005 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

30,629 mi
Last recorded30,629 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD05 OAU
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2018 30,629 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 29,769 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear on 2.5-3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 28,805 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 26,925 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2013 24,311 miles

Cat cracked leaving exhaust slightly in secure

Chip in screen but not in drivers view of the road

Pass 30 Jul 2011 24,259 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 20,738 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 17,368 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 17,357 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 14,330 miles

Rear under tray not removed for M O T test.

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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GD05 OAU is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 GD05 OAU, 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.

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What year was GD05 OAU registered?

GD05 OAU is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is GD05 OAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD05 OAU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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