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G8 EXG

2004 Lotus Exige

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

44,108 mi
Last recorded44,108 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Lotus Exige28,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG8 EXG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 44,108 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 43,386 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 42,076 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 41,675 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 40,907 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 40,231 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 38,872 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 37,297 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 36,261 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 36,261 miles

Emissions not tested cat missing (7.3.A.1)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 35,134 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 30,998 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Sep 2014 25,907 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Aug 2013 25,212 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 24,749 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 24,209 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 27 Aug 2010 22,833 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 21,219 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 21,219 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 18,810 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 15,576 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 15,391 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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G8 EXG is a 2004 Lotus Exige in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 G8 EXG, 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 G8 EXG registered?

G8 EXG is a 2004 Lotus Exige, first registered on 4 November 2004.

Is G8 EXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G8 EXG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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