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L3 XGE

2000 Lotus Exige

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,999 mi
Last recorded22,999 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Lotus Exige29,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL3 XGE
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 12 Jul 2025 22,999 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 22,975 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 22,902 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 22,869 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 22,867 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 22,804 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 22,587 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 22,304 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 21,987 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 21,821 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 21,790 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 21,710 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 21,645 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 21,382 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 21,123 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 20,630 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 20,257 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 19,499 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 18,729 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 XGE is a 2000 Lotus Exige in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L3 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 L3 XGE registered?

L3 XGE is a 2000 Lotus Exige, first registered on 5 August 2000.

Is L3 XGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L3 XGE shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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