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RX59 AXW

2009 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,220 mi
Last recorded12,220 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2016
Typical for 2009 Lotus Exige22,277 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX59 AXW
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2016 12,220 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 12,005 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 10,252 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Nov 2013 9,636 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 4,463 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 4,463 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 AXW is a 2009 Lotus Exige in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 RX59 AXW, 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.

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What year was RX59 AXW registered?

RX59 AXW is a 2009 Lotus Exige, first registered on 3 November 2009.

Is RX59 AXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX59 AXW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX59 AXW have outstanding finance?

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