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AF04 AYT

2004 Lotus Exige

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

21,638 mi
Last recorded21,638 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2015
Typical for 2004 Lotus Exige28,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 AYT
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2015 21,638 miles

Full under body tray fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 3 Jul 2014 20,334 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 20,334 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 20,141 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 20,098 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 19,436 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)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 18,092 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 16,138 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 12,153 miles

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

spare number plates in boot

Pass 10 Jul 2007 6,960 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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AF04 AYT is a 2004 Lotus Exige in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 AF04 AYT, 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 AF04 AYT registered?

AF04 AYT is a 2004 Lotus Exige, first registered on 22 July 2004.

Is AF04 AYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF04 AYT shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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