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M3 XGE

2000 Lotus Exige

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,390 mi
Last recorded27,390 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Exige29,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 XGE
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2026 27,390 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 27,235 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 27,048 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 26,873 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 26,593 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 26,565 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 26,377 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 26,240 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 26,066 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 25,990 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 24,206 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 21,986 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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M3 XGE is a 2000 Lotus Exige in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 29,758 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 M3 XGE, 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 26 years old, this Lotus Exige is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M3 XGE registered?

M3 XGE is a 2000 Lotus Exige, first registered on 5 December 2000.

Is M3 XGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 XGE shows 12 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 M3 XGE have outstanding finance?

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