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EU54 OGT

2004 Lotus Exige

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

34,764 mi
Last recorded34,764 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2009
Typical for 2004 Lotus Exige28,529 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU54 OGT
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2009 34,764 miles

2x rear brake discs rusty

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

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

Fail 26 Nov 2009 34,764 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

2x rear brake discs rusty

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2008 28,529 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

rear brake pads are starting to break up

steering is noisey in operation,possible steering u/j or inner steering rack joint wear,unable to carry out full inspection of said items due to fixed covers in place,advise further investigation

Pass 31 Aug 2007 21,857 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 21,857 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

n/s/r tyre close to wear bars

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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EU54 OGT is a 2004 Lotus Exige in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EU54 OGT, 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 EU54 OGT registered?

EU54 OGT is a 2004 Lotus Exige, first registered on 2 September 2004.

Is EU54 OGT safe to buy?

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