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DK04 BHV

2004 Lotus Exige

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,283 mi
Last recorded44,283 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Lotus Exige28,529 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK04 BHV
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 13 May 2026 44,283 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 41,642 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 39,540 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 36,890 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 33,833 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 30,893 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 29,824 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 27,004 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 26,414 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 25,275 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 24,221 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 23,100 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 21,774 miles

rear tyres signs of wear

Pass 17 Jan 2013 20,991 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jan 2012 19,734 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 18,281 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 5 Nov 2009 16,896 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 15,159 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 13,065 miles

all tyres signs of wear

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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DK04 BHV is a 2004 Lotus Exige in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 DK04 BHV, 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

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What year was DK04 BHV registered?

DK04 BHV is a 2004 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 May 2004.

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