CarVerify

Free Car Check

BX04 WDF

2004 Lotus Exige

Orange Petrol 1796cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,656 mi
Last recorded37,656 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Lotus Exige28,529 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX04 WDF
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2026 37,656 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 35,948 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 33,841 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 32,500 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 30,455 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 27,386 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 26,954 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 23,973 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 20,104 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 18,689 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 18,185 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 17,605 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 17,459 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2013 17,180 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 16,945 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 16,325 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 15,785 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 15,041 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 14,042 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 13,517 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
Full Lotus Exige reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BX04 WDF is a 2004 Lotus Exige in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 BX04 WDF, 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 BX04 WDF?

You can check the full history of BX04 WDF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BX04 WDF registered?

BX04 WDF is a 2004 Lotus Exige, first registered on 25 June 2004.

Is BX04 WDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX04 WDF shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BX04 WDF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BX04 WDF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.