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JL07 USL

2007 Lotus Exige

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2012
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

9,259 mi
Last recorded9,259 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2011
Typical for 2007 Lotus Exige26,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJL07 USL
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2007
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2011 9,259 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 9,259 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 7,887 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 7,887 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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JL07 USL is a 2007 Lotus Exige in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 JL07 USL, 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 JL07 USL registered?

JL07 USL is a 2007 Lotus Exige, first registered on 29 March 2007.

Is JL07 USL safe to buy?

The MOT history for JL07 USL shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JL07 USL have outstanding finance?

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