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LJ18 DPN

2018 Lotus Exige

Grey Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,320 mi
Last recorded12,320 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Lotus Exige11,812 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ18 DPN
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 16 Mar 2026 12,320 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 10,733 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 9,615 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 6,667 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 5,009 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 2,333 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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LJ18 DPN is a 2018 Lotus Exige in Grey with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.0% with a typical mileage of 11,812 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 LJ18 DPN, 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 8 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 LJ18 DPN?

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What year was LJ18 DPN registered?

LJ18 DPN is a 2018 Lotus Exige, first registered on 19 June 2018.

Is LJ18 DPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ18 DPN 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.

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