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MY16 LTS

2016 Lotus Exige

Grey Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,477 mi
Last recorded20,477 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Lotus Exige14,224 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMY16 LTS
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 20,477 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 17,274 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 12,559 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 11,145 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2022 11,021 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 7,544 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 5,569 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 3,490 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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MY16 LTS is a 2016 Lotus Exige in Grey with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MY16 LTS, 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

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What year was MY16 LTS registered?

MY16 LTS is a 2016 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 April 2016.

Is MY16 LTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MY16 LTS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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