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LJ16 AXA

2016 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,867 mi
Last recorded42,867 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Lotus Exige14,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ16 AXA
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 42,867 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2026 42,867 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 41,235 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 36,587 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 32,737 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 27,885 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 23,552 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 19,398 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 13,715 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 13,715 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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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LJ16 AXA is a 2016 Lotus Exige in Black with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 14,224 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 LJ16 AXA, 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 10 years old, this Lotus Exige is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ16 AXA registered?

LJ16 AXA is a 2016 Lotus Exige, first registered on 30 April 2016.

Is LJ16 AXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ16 AXA shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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