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AB53 URD

2007 Lotus Exige

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

54,822 mi
Last recorded54,822 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Exige26,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB53 URD
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 54,822 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 53,233 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 51,699 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 50,296 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 46,471 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 44,203 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 39,505 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 34,774 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 30,442 miles

Discs all round corroded and lipped.

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 7 Apr 2017 30,442 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Discs all round corroded and lipped.

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 26,723 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 22,412 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 14,966 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Apr 2014 14,966 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 11,863 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 10,670 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2010 8,995 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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AB53 URD is a 2007 Lotus Exige in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2007 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 26,624 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 AB53 URD, 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 19 years old, this Lotus Exige is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AB53 URD registered?

AB53 URD is a 2007 Lotus Exige, first registered on 14 November 2007.

Is AB53 URD safe to buy?

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