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W8 SUX

2016 Lotus Exige

Yellow Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2025
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

33,679 mi
Last recorded33,679 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2024
Typical for 2016 Lotus Exige14,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW8 SUX
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2016
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2024 33,679 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2024 33,659 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 30,878 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 30,878 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Fail 7 Sep 2022 30,878 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 25,858 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 22,890 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 21,658 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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W8 SUX is a 2016 Lotus Exige in Yellow with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2016 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 14,224 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 W8 SUX, 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 10 years old, this Lotus Exige is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was W8 SUX registered?

W8 SUX is a 2016 Lotus Exige, first registered on 31 October 2016.

Is W8 SUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W8 SUX shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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