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AU07 HFS

2007 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

35,766 mi
Last recorded35,766 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2021
Typical for 2007 Lotus Exige26,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU07 HFS
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2021 35,766 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front wiper blade starting to smear

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

undertrays fitted obscuring some testable components

Fail 29 Oct 2021 35,740 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front wiper blade starting to smear

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

undertrays fitted obscuring some testable components

Pass 22 Jun 2019 35,002 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 33,993 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 32,595 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 30,129 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 29,469 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2014 27,341 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2013 25,771 miles

Fluid spillage on underside of vehicle

Pass 22 Jun 2012 24,229 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2011 21,196 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 17 Jun 2011 21,196 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 18,239 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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AU07 HFS is a 2007 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AU07 HFS, 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 AU07 HFS registered?

AU07 HFS is a 2007 Lotus Exige, first registered on 6 June 2007.

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