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X588 XVF

2001 Lotus Exige

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,949 mi
Last recorded42,949 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2013
Typical for 2001 Lotus Exige26,625 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX588 XVF
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2013 42,949 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 42,943 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 42,664 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 42,664 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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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X588 XVF is a 2001 Lotus Exige in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 26,625 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 X588 XVF, 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 25 years old, this Lotus Exige is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X588 XVF registered?

X588 XVF is a 2001 Lotus Exige, first registered on 11 January 2001.

Is X588 XVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X588 XVF shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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