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HF65 AEP

2016 Lotus Exige

White Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

23,749 mi
Last recorded23,749 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Lotus Exige14,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF65 AEP
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 23,749 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 20,424 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 17,172 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 16 Aug 2023 17,172 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective temp fuel cap fitted not able to maintain seal (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2653518 97y mich pilot sport cup2 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 12,683 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 10,577 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Nov 2020 9,751 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 7,008 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 4,902 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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HF65 AEP is a 2016 Lotus Exige in White with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 14,224 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 HF65 AEP, 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 10 years old, this Lotus Exige is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HF65 AEP registered?

HF65 AEP is a 2016 Lotus Exige, first registered on 23 January 2016.

Is HF65 AEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF65 AEP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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