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RX58 CRZ

2008 Lotus Exige

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

24,437 mi
Last recorded24,437 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Lotus Exige27,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX58 CRZ
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 24,437 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 24,163 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 23,863 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 23,359 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 22,693 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 22,328 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 21,068 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 20,591 miles

Under guards and body panels preventing full inspection of some components.

Pass 18 Aug 2017 19,500 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge 2.5-3mm (4.1.E.1)

covers fitted top and underside

nsr track arm play in inner ball joint

Pass 19 Aug 2016 17,629 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 16,277 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 14,228 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 11,835 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 9,068 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2011 6,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 6,920 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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RX58 CRZ is a 2008 Lotus Exige in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 RX58 CRZ, 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

How do I check the history of RX58 CRZ?

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What year was RX58 CRZ registered?

RX58 CRZ is a 2008 Lotus Exige, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is RX58 CRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX58 CRZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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