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PIL 8892

2000 Lotus Exige

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

22,760 mi
Last recorded22,760 miles
Recorded on13 May 2024
Typical for 2000 Lotus Exige29,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPIL 8892
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2024 22,760 miles
Fail 10 May 2024 22,744 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 2 Jun 2022 22,143 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 21,603 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 20,303 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 19,188 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 17,600 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2017 16,582 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 15,249 miles

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2014 14,143 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 13,931 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Sep 2012 13,725 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Sep 2012 13,723 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2011 13,269 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 12,767 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 12,558 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 12,304 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2007 11,577 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 11,577 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 11,368 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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PIL 8892 is a 2000 Lotus Exige in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2000 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 29,758 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 PIL 8892, 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 26 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 PIL 8892 registered?

PIL 8892 is a 2000 Lotus Exige, first registered on 6 December 2000.

Is PIL 8892 safe to buy?

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