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RA51 NNX

2001 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,944 mi
Last recorded11,944 miles
Recorded on4 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Lotus Exige26,625 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA51 NNX
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2026 11,944 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 11,648 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 11,600 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 11,444 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 9,903 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 9,901 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 7,987 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 7,019 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 6,697 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 6,697 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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RA51 NNX is a 2001 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 RA51 NNX, 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 RA51 NNX registered?

RA51 NNX is a 2001 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is RA51 NNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA51 NNX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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