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LK08 BVG

2008 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

41,428 mi
Last recorded41,428 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Lotus Exige27,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK08 BVG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 41,428 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 40,883 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 40,578 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 39,202 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 38,784 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 38,424 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 37,630 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 36,842 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 36,134 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 35,074 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 34,209 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 33,468 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 33,458 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 31,080 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 26,564 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 19,115 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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LK08 BVG is a 2008 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 27,338 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 LK08 BVG, 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 18 years old, this Lotus Exige is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK08 BVG registered?

LK08 BVG is a 2008 Lotus Exige, first registered on 10 August 2008.

Is LK08 BVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK08 BVG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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