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P321 WES

2009 Lotus Exige

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

4,990 mi
Last recorded4,990 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Lotus Exige22,277 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP321 WES
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 4,990 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 3,375 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 3,305 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 3,258 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 3,242 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 3,012 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 2,993 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 2,758 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 2,758 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 2,569 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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P321 WES is a 2009 Lotus Exige in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2009 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 22,277 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 P321 WES, 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 17 years old, this Lotus Exige is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P321 WES registered?

P321 WES is a 2009 Lotus Exige, first registered on 13 June 2009.

Is P321 WES safe to buy?

The MOT history for P321 WES shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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