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AU54 DZT

2004 Lotus Exige

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,468 mi
Last recorded16,468 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Lotus Exige28,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU54 DZT
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 21 Oct 2025 16,468 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 16,248 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 15,964 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 15,382 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 14,799 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 14,143 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 13,533 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 13,350 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 13,203 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 13,038 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 12,730 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 12,700 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 12,477 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 11,725 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 9,637 miles

seat belts fitted are not for road use

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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AU54 DZT is a 2004 Lotus Exige in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 AU54 DZT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU54 DZT?

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What year was AU54 DZT registered?

AU54 DZT is a 2004 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is AU54 DZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU54 DZT shows 15 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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