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K20 EXE

2000 Lotus Exige

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

57,337 mi
Last recorded57,337 miles
Recorded on24 May 2021
Typical for 2000 Lotus Exige29,758 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK20 EXE
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2000
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2021 57,337 miles
Fail 10 May 2021 57,312 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 23 May 2019 55,780 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 54,505 miles

Undersheilds fitted may require further inspection

Pass 19 May 2017 52,958 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2016 50,490 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 50,900 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 50,380 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 50,194 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 49,310 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 48,100 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 46,402 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 43,744 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2008 43,744 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 38,901 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 37,651 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 24 Oct 2005 37,164 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fail 20 Oct 2005 37,163 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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K20 EXE is a 2000 Lotus Exige in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2000 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 29,758 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 K20 EXE, 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 26 years old, this Lotus Exige is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K20 EXE registered?

K20 EXE is a 2000 Lotus Exige, first registered on 2 September 2000.

Is K20 EXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for K20 EXE shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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