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L3 OTU

2000 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,219 mi
Last recorded3,219 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Exige29,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL3 OTU
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 3,219 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2026 3,195 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 8,749 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2025 1,749 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 8,496 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 3,871 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 3,371 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 2,516 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 2,417 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 35,108 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 33,001 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 26,074 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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L3 OTU is a 2000 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2000 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 29,758 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 L3 OTU, 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

How do I check the history of L3 OTU?

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What year was L3 OTU registered?

L3 OTU is a 2000 Lotus Exige, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is L3 OTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L3 OTU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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