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M66 AWW

2008 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

57,545 mi
Last recorded57,545 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Exige27,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM66 AWW
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 57,545 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON 1.6 MM (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2025 55,149 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2024 53,553 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 51,583 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 47,431 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 45,689 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2020 43,724 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust Corroded

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 42,113 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 38,487 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 34,308 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 34,305 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 31,889 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 27,442 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2014 23,755 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 21,085 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all four tyres wearing on edges

Pass 28 Feb 2012 16,240 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 16,240 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 11,992 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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M66 AWW is a 2008 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 M66 AWW, 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.

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What year was M66 AWW registered?

M66 AWW is a 2008 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is M66 AWW safe to buy?

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