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BC02 WPU

2002 Lotus Exige

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,778 mi
Last recorded21,778 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2008
4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC02 WPU
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2008 21,778 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 12,600 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 10,037 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2006 10,037 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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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BC02 WPU is a 2002 Lotus Exige in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BC02 WPU, 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 24 years old, this Lotus Exige is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BC02 WPU registered?

BC02 WPU is a 2002 Lotus Exige, first registered on 18 June 2002.

Is BC02 WPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC02 WPU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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