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L2 XGE

2000 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

66,385 mi
Last recorded66,385 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Exige29,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL2 XGE
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 66,385 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 65,787 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 63,457 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 62,700 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 62,275 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Aug 2020 62,128 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 60,345 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both on inner edge slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2019 60,345 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both on inner edge slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 58,813 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 55,990 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 50,527 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 47,760 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 46,363 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 41,947 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 38,400 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 33,239 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 29,167 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 22,901 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 18,797 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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L2 XGE is a 2000 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 L2 XGE, 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 L2 XGE registered?

L2 XGE is a 2000 Lotus Exige, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is L2 XGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L2 XGE shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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