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S12 EXG

2008 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

62,933 mi
Last recorded62,933 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Exige27,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS12 EXG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 62,933 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 62,688 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 61,197 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 60,713 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 59,655 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 58,751 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 58,023 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 54,705 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 53,274 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 52,345 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 48,593 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 44,360 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Jan 2015 44,341 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jan 2014 39,918 miles

Offside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 36,699 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jan 2012 28,055 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 23,876 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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S12 EXG is a 2008 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 S12 EXG, 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 S12 EXG registered?

S12 EXG is a 2008 Lotus Exige, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is S12 EXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S12 EXG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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