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X403 UOL

2000 Lotus Exige

Orange Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

63,254 mi
Last recorded63,254 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2023
Typical for 2000 Lotus Exige29,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX403 UOL
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2000
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2023 63,254 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 62,287 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 61,454 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 60,080 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 58,983 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 57,670 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 57,064 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 57,064 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 56,937 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 56,488 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 55,470 miles

Harness type seat belts fitted to both seats

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 22 Nov 2011 55,470 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Harness type seat belts fitted to both seats

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2011 54,126 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 51,600 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 50,577 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 48,155 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 46,412 miles

front wiper blade may need changeing soon.

small chip in a zone of windscreen.

Pass 3 Feb 2006 42,052 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2006 42,052 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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X403 UOL is a 2000 Lotus Exige in Orange with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 X403 UOL, 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 X403 UOL?

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What year was X403 UOL registered?

X403 UOL is a 2000 Lotus Exige, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is X403 UOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X403 UOL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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