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A3 EXG

2004 Lotus Exige

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,676 mi
Last recorded29,676 miles
Recorded on27 May 2009
Typical for 2004 Lotus Exige28,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 EXG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2009 29,676 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 27,074 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 27,020 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Mass of wiring for various ancillaries insecure under dashboard area may possably fall onto pedals when driving

Pass 16 Jul 2007 16,058 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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A3 EXG is a 2004 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 2004 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 28,529 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 A3 EXG, 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 22 years old, this Lotus Exige is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A3 EXG registered?

A3 EXG is a 2004 Lotus Exige, first registered on 9 June 2004.

Is A3 EXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 EXG 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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