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V3 EXG

2018 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,797 mi
Last recorded6,797 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2018 Lotus Exige11,812 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV3 EXG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 6,797 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 5,982 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 4,220 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2022 4,218 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 3,119 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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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V3 EXG is a 2018 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2018 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.0% with a typical mileage of 11,812 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 V3 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 8 years old, this Lotus Exige is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V3 EXG registered?

V3 EXG is a 2018 Lotus Exige, first registered on 27 September 2018.

Is V3 EXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V3 EXG 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.

Does V3 EXG have outstanding finance?

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