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AU54 FOC

2004 Lotus Exige

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

8,269 mi
Last recorded8,269 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 2004 Lotus Exige28,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU54 FOC
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 8,269 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 3,843 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 3,187 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 2,534 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 2,082 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 1,256 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 389 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 49,034 miles

front and rear discs slightly pitted

Fail 6 Jul 2010 49,034 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

front and rear discs slightly pitted

Pass 20 Oct 2009 43,159 miles

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 30,668 miles

wiper blade slightly deteriorated

Pass 3 Dec 2007 24,002 miles

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

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 FOC is a 2004 Lotus Exige in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FOC, 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 AU54 FOC registered?

AU54 FOC is a 2004 Lotus Exige, first registered on 24 November 2004.

Is AU54 FOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU54 FOC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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