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S24 OPP

2009 Lotus Exige

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

43,020 mi
Last recorded43,020 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Lotus Exige22,277 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS24 OPP
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 43,020 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 42,664 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 42,204 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2024 42,204 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 41,013 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 40,018 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 35,500 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 34,509 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 31,219 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 31,219 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 23,260 miles

offside front lamp holed

Fail 2 Feb 2018 23,260 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

offside front lamp holed

Pass 9 Feb 2017 21,775 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2016 17,167 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 16,708 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 16,708 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 9,717 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2013 7,724 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 25 Jan 2012 5,721 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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S24 OPP is a 2009 Lotus Exige in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 S24 OPP, 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 S24 OPP registered?

S24 OPP is a 2009 Lotus Exige, first registered on 31 January 2009.

Is S24 OPP safe to buy?

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