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FJ54 KHH

2004 Lotus Exige

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

50,670 mi
Last recorded50,670 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Lotus Exige28,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ54 KHH
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 50,670 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 48,295 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2025 48,169 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2024 45,250 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 43,075 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 42,077 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 41,123 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 41,106 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2018 40,864 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 40,612 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 39,624 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 38,820 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 37,899 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2013 35,774 miles

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 19 Sep 2012 33,229 miles

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 24 Sep 2011 30,391 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 30,391 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 28,122 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 24,894 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 20,899 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 16,690 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
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FJ54 KHH is a 2004 Lotus Exige in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 FJ54 KHH, 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 FJ54 KHH registered?

FJ54 KHH is a 2004 Lotus Exige, first registered on 2 September 2004.

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