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OIL 41

2001 Lotus Exige

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,580 mi
Last recorded34,580 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2023
Typical for 2001 Lotus Exige26,625 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOIL 41
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2023 34,580 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 33,369 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 33,369 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 33,129 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 32,971 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 32,963 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 32,951 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 32,835 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 32,835 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 32,798 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 32,232 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 31,874 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 30,758 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 30,236 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2006 30,236 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

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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OIL 41 is a 2001 Lotus Exige in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 26,625 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 OIL 41, 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 25 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 OIL 41 registered?

OIL 41 is a 2001 Lotus Exige, first registered on 19 December 2001.

Is OIL 41 safe to buy?

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