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AU04 EFP

2004 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,791 mi
Last recorded27,791 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2014
Typical for 2004 Lotus Exige28,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU04 EFP
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Mar 2014 27,791 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 26,852 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 25,910 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 25,305 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 24,575 miles

front and rear tyres worn low/nearing limits

Pass 6 Mar 2009 23,265 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 20,484 miles

both rear tyres on legal limit (1.6mm)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 15,295 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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AU04 EFP is a 2004 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AU04 EFP, 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 AU04 EFP registered?

AU04 EFP is a 2004 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is AU04 EFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU04 EFP shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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