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LJ16 AYP

2016 Lotus Exige

Red Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,154 mi
Last recorded23,154 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Lotus Exige14,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ16 AYP
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 30 Oct 2025 23,154 miles

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs pitted/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 20,931 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in track control arm inner joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 18,715 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 16,470 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 15,553 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 14,305 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 12,392 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 9,867 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 AYP is a 2016 Lotus Exige in Red with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 AYP, 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

How do I check the history of LJ16 AYP?

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What year was LJ16 AYP registered?

LJ16 AYP is a 2016 Lotus Exige, first registered on 24 March 2016.

Is LJ16 AYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ16 AYP shows 8 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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