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RX59 AXS

2009 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,658 mi
Last recorded28,658 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Lotus Exige22,277 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX59 AXS
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2025 28,658 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 28,000 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 27,510 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 27,216 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 26,412 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 25,850 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 25,643 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 25,487 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 25,120 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 22,236 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 15 Sep 2015 20,366 miles

Front not tested harness

Pass 20 Aug 2014 16,160 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 15,393 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 12,985 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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RX59 AXS is a 2009 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 22,277 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 RX59 AXS, 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 17 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 RX59 AXS?

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What year was RX59 AXS registered?

RX59 AXS is a 2009 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is RX59 AXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX59 AXS shows 14 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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