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K9 EXG

2005 Lotus Exige

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,528 mi
Last recorded17,528 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK9 EXG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 7 Mar 2026 17,528 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 16,749 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 15,655 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 14,850 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 14,680 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 14,404 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 14,197 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 13,961 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 13,625 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 13,417 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 13,291 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 13,005 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 12,733 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 12,187 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 11,653 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 10,727 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 9,946 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 9,432 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 8,108 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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K9 EXG is a 2005 Lotus Exige in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 K9 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K9 EXG?

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What year was K9 EXG registered?

K9 EXG is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is K9 EXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for K9 EXG shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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