CarVerify

Free Car Check

J1 XGE

2005 Lotus Exige

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,893 mi
Last recorded26,893 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ1 XGE
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass
Pass 8 Nov 2025 26,893 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 26,425 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 25,741 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 25,253 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 24,691 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 24,044 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 22,893 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 22,206 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 21,336 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 19,877 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 18,187 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 17,291 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2013 14,305 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 14,204 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 13,029 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

full under tray fitted

Pass 3 Sep 2010 12,152 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 11,102 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 8,244 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
Full Lotus Exige reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

J1 XGE is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 J1 XGE, 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

How do I check the history of J1 XGE?

You can check the full history of J1 XGE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was J1 XGE registered?

J1 XGE is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is J1 XGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J1 XGE shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J1 XGE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on J1 XGE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.