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HD17 KRZ

2017 Lotus Exige

Grey Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,005 mi
Last recorded24,005 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Lotus Exige12,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD17 KRZ
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 24,005 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted, unable to inspect certain items.

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 20,191 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted unable to check certain items.

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 17,937 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fited preventing the inspection of certain items.

Fail 24 Oct 2023 17,937 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fited preventing the inspection of certain items.

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 15,504 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted unable to check certain items

Pass 6 Sep 2021 12,472 miles

engine cover & undertrays fitted unable to check certain items

Pass 10 Jul 2020 10,843 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020

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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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HD17 KRZ is a 2017 Lotus Exige in Grey with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 12,757 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 HD17 KRZ, 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 9 years old, this Lotus Exige is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HD17 KRZ registered?

HD17 KRZ is a 2017 Lotus Exige, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is HD17 KRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD17 KRZ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HD17 KRZ have outstanding finance?

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