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RX59 AYO

2009 Lotus Exige

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,447 mi
Last recorded59,447 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2015
Typical for 2009 Lotus Exige22,277 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX59 AYO
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2015 59,447 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 59,446 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 45,934 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front no plate slightly damaged

Pass 1 Oct 2013 31,825 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 16,445 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 AYO is a 2009 Lotus Exige in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AYO, 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

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What year was RX59 AYO registered?

RX59 AYO is a 2009 Lotus Exige, first registered on 6 October 2009.

Is RX59 AYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX59 AYO shows 5 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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