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AO57 CXL

2007 Lotus Exige

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,683 mi
Last recorded46,683 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Exige26,624 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO57 CXL
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 46,683 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 45,330 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 45,240 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 42,722 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2023 42,719 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 39,211 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 37,237 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 35,861 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 34,518 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 33,423 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 33,054 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 Jun 2016 33,054 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 May 2015 32,132 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 32,127 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 26,000 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 29,373 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 23,556 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 23,549 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 21,802 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 18,107 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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AO57 CXL is a 2007 Lotus Exige in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 AO57 CXL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AO57 CXL?

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What year was AO57 CXL registered?

AO57 CXL is a 2007 Lotus Exige, first registered on 26 October 2007.

Is AO57 CXL safe to buy?

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