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K44 JNC

2004 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

18,257 mi
Last recorded18,257 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Lotus Exige28,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK44 JNC
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 18,257 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 17,571 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 17,251 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 17,157 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 16,835 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 16,476 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 16,365 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 15 May 2018 16,095 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 18 May 2017 15,980 miles

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 12 May 2016 15,818 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2015 15,391 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2013 15,035 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2012 14,732 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 14,296 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 14,296 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 13,488 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 12,602 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 11,941 miles

engine management light on

Pass 14 Sep 2007 11,030 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 11,017 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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K44 JNC is a 2004 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2004 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 28,529 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 K44 JNC, 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 22 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 K44 JNC registered?

K44 JNC is a 2004 Lotus Exige, first registered on 14 September 2004.

Is K44 JNC safe to buy?

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