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KNZ 119

2013 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

33,662 mi
Last recorded33,662 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Lotus Exige18,560 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNZ 119
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 33,662 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2025 32,715 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 30,642 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 28,431 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2023 28,402 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 27,689 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 26,565 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2021 26,563 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 25,047 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 22,998 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 21,133 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 13,600 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 10,326 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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KNZ 119 is a 2013 Lotus Exige in Black with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2013 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 18,560 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 KNZ 119, 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 13 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 KNZ 119 registered?

KNZ 119 is a 2013 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 March 2013.

Is KNZ 119 safe to buy?

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