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K5 EXG

2005 Lotus Exige

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

67,795 mi
Last recorded67,795 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK5 EXG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 67,795 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 59,381 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 59,332 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2017 59,327 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 57,900 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2016 57,900 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 53,650 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 52,776 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 52,776 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 50,613 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 46,497 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 43,614 miles

offside rear side lights 50% working

shield under vehicle does not allow complete inspection

Pass 22 Jul 2009 38,218 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 38,218 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 28,518 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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K5 EXG is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 K5 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 K5 EXG registered?

K5 EXG is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is K5 EXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for K5 EXG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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