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NG07 LOT

2008 Lotus Exige

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

100,371 mi
Last recorded100,371 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Exige27,338 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG07 LOT
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 100,371 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2025 98,385 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Aug 2025 98,385 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 89,596 miles
Pass 1 Jan 2024 88,506 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2022 87,247 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 84,958 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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NG07 LOT is a 2008 Lotus Exige in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 NG07 LOT, 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 NG07 LOT registered?

NG07 LOT is a 2008 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 January 2008.

Is NG07 LOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG07 LOT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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