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EU56 HFO

2007 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

65,241 mi
Last recorded65,241 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2024
Typical for 2007 Lotus Exige26,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU56 HFO
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2024 65,241 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 65,145 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose rear back box (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2022 65,140 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose rear back box (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 64,538 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 64,403 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 62,614 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2018 62,610 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2017 60,929 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 57,438 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 57,434 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 53,286 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 43,153 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 41,035 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 33,377 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 22,471 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 18,013 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 15,171 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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EU56 HFO is a 2007 Lotus Exige in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 EU56 HFO, 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.

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What year was EU56 HFO registered?

EU56 HFO is a 2007 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 January 2007.

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