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X311 LVC

2000 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,565 mi
Last recorded39,565 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Lotus Exige29,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX311 LVC
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2025 39,565 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 38,776 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 38,319 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 38,233 miles
Pass 29 May 2017 38,131 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 37,982 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 May 2015 37,814 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2013 37,507 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 37,160 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 36,489 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 34,869 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 32,369 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 29,282 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 25,811 miles
Pass 29 May 2006 23,144 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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X311 LVC is a 2000 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 29,758 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 X311 LVC, 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 26 years old, this Lotus Exige is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X311 LVC?

You can check the full history of X311 LVC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was X311 LVC registered?

X311 LVC is a 2000 Lotus Exige, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is X311 LVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X311 LVC shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X311 LVC have outstanding finance?

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