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FJ55 BTV

2005 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

91,477 mi
Last recorded91,477 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ55 BTV
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2017 91,477 miles

n/s mirror missing

o/s washer jet poor

Fail 1 Feb 2017 91,370 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

n/s mirror missing

o/s washer jet poor

Pass 17 Sep 2015 77,708 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

coil spring corroded all 4 (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 17 Sep 2015 77,708 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

coil spring corroded all 4 (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 63,851 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Sep 2013 51,423 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 29 Aug 2012 43,078 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 43,077 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 38,231 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 32,198 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)

Fail 25 Aug 2010 31,866 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

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 29 Aug 2009 23,869 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 14,238 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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FJ55 BTV is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2005 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 28,182 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 FJ55 BTV, 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 21 years old, this Lotus Exige is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ55 BTV registered?

FJ55 BTV is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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