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GX08 JXH

2008 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

72,745 mi
Last recorded72,745 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Lotus Exige27,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 JXH
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2024 72,745 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2024 72,745 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 69,465 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 67,799 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play track rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 66,363 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 61,503 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 55,686 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 51,850 miles

both front tyres wearing low on inner edges

Pass 21 May 2016 49,358 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 44,227 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 41,910 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 39,237 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 34,176 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 26,766 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 26,766 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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GX08 JXH is a 2008 Lotus Exige in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 27,338 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 GX08 JXH, 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 18 years old, this Lotus Exige is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX08 JXH registered?

GX08 JXH is a 2008 Lotus Exige, first registered on 23 May 2008.

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The MOT history for GX08 JXH shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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