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HF55 FGC

2005 Lotus Exige

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,683 mi
Last recorded52,683 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF55 FGC
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 52,683 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 50,558 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 47,264 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 46,232 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 41,919 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 39,654 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2021 39,654 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 39,629 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 38,407 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 38,407 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 6 May 2014 33,820 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 30,316 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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HF55 FGC is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HF55 FGC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HF55 FGC registered?

HF55 FGC is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is HF55 FGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF55 FGC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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