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LJ16 AXD

2016 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,681 mi
Last recorded43,681 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Lotus Exige14,224 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ16 AXD
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 18 Nov 2025 43,681 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 37,041 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 32,899 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 23,102 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 12,780 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 3,119 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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LJ16 AXD is a 2016 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 LJ16 AXD, 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 AXD registered?

LJ16 AXD is a 2016 Lotus Exige, first registered on 6 August 2016.

Is LJ16 AXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ16 AXD shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJ16 AXD have outstanding finance?

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