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HF57 GKE

2007 Lotus Exige

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,247 mi
Last recorded38,247 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Exige26,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF57 GKE
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2007
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 38,247 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 35,686 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 31,967 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 29,478 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Oct 2021 27,930 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 26,740 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 24,749 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 22,377 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 20,368 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 18,306 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 15,674 miles

Rear undertray fitted

Fail 21 Sep 2015 15,664 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear undertray fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2014 13,543 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 13,543 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 11,459 miles

both rear tyres worn close to wearbars

Pass 21 Dec 2012 9,119 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 6,293 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 5,499 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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HF57 GKE is a 2007 Lotus Exige in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2007 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 26,624 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 HF57 GKE, 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 19 years old, this Lotus Exige is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HF57 GKE registered?

HF57 GKE is a 2007 Lotus Exige, first registered on 15 December 2007.

Is HF57 GKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF57 GKE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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