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J7 EXG

2005 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

72,659 mi
Last recorded72,659 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ7 EXG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 72,659 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 71,449 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2025 71,449 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 70,837 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2022 70,199 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 68,868 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 68,000 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 67,511 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 66,578 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 65,369 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 63,780 miles

front brakes wearing thin

rear brakes wearing thin

Pass 28 Aug 2015 60,074 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 60,074 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 56,899 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 51,967 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 46,204 miles

all brake discs badly worn, corroded and pitted.

Fail 29 Aug 2012 46,204 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

all brake discs badly worn, corroded and pitted.

Pass 28 Jun 2011 38,953 miles

both rear flexy brake hoses have quite badly corroded ferrules

Pass 20 Aug 2010 32,386 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Jul 2009 26,941 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 22,487 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 18,253 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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J7 EXG is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 J7 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 21 years old, this Lotus Exige is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J7 EXG registered?

J7 EXG is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is J7 EXG safe to buy?

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