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NK58 EXG

2008 Lotus Exige

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,877 mi
Last recorded69,877 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Lotus Exige27,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK58 EXG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 10 Dec 2025 69,877 miles

Engine cover & undertrays installed unable to check certain items

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 63,519 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2023 59,311 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 53,124 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 43,818 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 43,779 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 42,628 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 37,031 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 30,379 miles

undercovers fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2016 24,780 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 22,654 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 20,162 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 18,028 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2013 14,605 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 11,841 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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NK58 EXG is a 2008 Lotus Exige in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NK58 EXG, 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 NK58 EXG registered?

NK58 EXG is a 2008 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 December 2008.

Is NK58 EXG safe to buy?

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