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PN08 HYP

2008 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2021
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,256 mi
Last recorded22,256 miles
Recorded on19 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Lotus Exige27,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 HYP
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 19 May 2020 22,256 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 19,150 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 18,085 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 17,261 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 16,233 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 14,260 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 12,111 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 11,022 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 9,242 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 7,456 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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PN08 HYP is a 2008 Lotus Exige in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 PN08 HYP, 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 PN08 HYP registered?

PN08 HYP is a 2008 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is PN08 HYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN08 HYP shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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