CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y253 CGN

2001 Lotus Exige

Silver Petrol 1796cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2023
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,413 mi
Last recorded30,413 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 2001 Lotus Exige26,625 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY253 CGN
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass
Pass 8 Nov 2022 30,413 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 29,933 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 29,675 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front tyre perished in tread pattern.

Pass 13 Jul 2016 29,113 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 27,146 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 25,747 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 24,742 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 23,404 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 21,718 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 20,248 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 18,523 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 16,399 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 13,689 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
Full Lotus Exige reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y253 CGN is a 2001 Lotus Exige in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 Y253 CGN, 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

How do I check the history of Y253 CGN?

You can check the full history of Y253 CGN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y253 CGN registered?

Y253 CGN is a 2001 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y253 CGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y253 CGN shows 13 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 Y253 CGN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y253 CGN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.