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B5 EXG

2007 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,760 mi
Last recorded24,760 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Exige26,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 EXG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 29 Oct 2025 24,760 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 24,445 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 23,301 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 22,582 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 20,636 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 19,189 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 16,686 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 16,169 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 15,318 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 14,931 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 13,408 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 11,551 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2013 10,348 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 8,817 miles

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 5,501 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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B5 EXG is a 2007 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 B5 EXG, 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 B5 EXG?

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What year was B5 EXG registered?

B5 EXG is a 2007 Lotus Exige, first registered on 22 November 2007.

Is B5 EXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B5 EXG 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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