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RU03 TAZ

2012 Lotus Exige

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests24 (24 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,224 mi
Last recorded33,224 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRU03 TAZ
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

24 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2026 33,224 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2026 8,666 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 32,939 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 7,697 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2023 6,123 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 32,377 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 5,828 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 4,807 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 32,313 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 3,764 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 3,429 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 2,817 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 31,442 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 1,903 miles

Rear brake pedal operation slightly 'spongy'

Pass 23 Jan 2018 27,665 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 990 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 23,100 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 21,827 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 20,738 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2013 17,865 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 14,698 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 13,948 miles

advice both front tyres worn on inner tread

advice front and rear brake discs corroded on inner face

Pass 3 Jul 2010 13,389 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2009 11,475 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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RU03 TAZ is a 2012 Lotus Exige in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RU03 TAZ, 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 14 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 RU03 TAZ registered?

RU03 TAZ is a 2012 Lotus Exige, first registered on 3 August 2012.

Is RU03 TAZ safe to buy?

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