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KS05 CWN

2005 Lotus Exige

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2023
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,311 mi
Last recorded9,311 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 CWN
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 17 Jan 2022 9,311 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 9,160 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 9,066 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 8,957 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 8,944 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 8,559 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise offside handbrake cable close to wheel

Pass 5 Nov 2013 8,243 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 6,739 miles

advise all four tyre walls cracking esp inner

Pass 26 Oct 2011 5,835 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 3,698 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 2,066 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 998 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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KS05 CWN is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 KS05 CWN, 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 KS05 CWN?

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What year was KS05 CWN registered?

KS05 CWN is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 20 July 2005.

Is KS05 CWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS05 CWN shows 12 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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