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GK14 LEY

2014 Lotus Exige

White Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

6,281 mi
Last recorded6,281 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2014 Lotus Exige16,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK14 LEY
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 6,281 miles

1 horn button inop. other button working correctly

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hubs, both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Feb 2026 6,280 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

1 horn button inop. other button working correctly

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hubs, both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 5,613 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2019 5,521 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both rears (4.5.1 (a) (i))

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2018 5,264 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 4,709 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 4,677 miles

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

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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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GK14 LEY is a 2014 Lotus Exige in White with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2014 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 16,500 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 GK14 LEY, 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 12 years old, this Lotus Exige is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GK14 LEY registered?

GK14 LEY is a 2014 Lotus Exige, first registered on 5 April 2014.

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