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RX58 CPU

2008 Lotus Exige

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,225 mi
Last recorded25,225 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Exige27,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX58 CPU
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 25,225 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 22,406 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 22,200 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 21,468 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 20,302 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 19,452 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 17,584 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 17,584 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 17,272 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 16,686 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 16,168 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 16,168 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2013 14,633 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 10,634 miles

Adult seat harnesses fitted to both drivers & passenger seats

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

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

Fail 23 May 2012 10,634 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Adult seat harnesses fitted to both drivers & passenger seats

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

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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RX58 CPU is a 2008 Lotus Exige in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 RX58 CPU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX58 CPU registered?

RX58 CPU is a 2008 Lotus Exige, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is RX58 CPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX58 CPU shows 15 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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