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GX05 ULB

2005 Lotus Exige

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,623 mi
Last recorded70,623 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2008
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 ULB
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2008 70,623 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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GX05 ULB is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GX05 ULB, 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 GX05 ULB registered?

GX05 ULB is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 7 May 2005.

Is GX05 ULB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX05 ULB shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GX05 ULB have outstanding finance?

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