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KX04 WUA

2004 Lotus Exige

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

52,805 mi
Last recorded52,805 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Lotus Exige28,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX04 WUA
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 52,805 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 52,052 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 51,477 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 50,717 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 49,899 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 49,366 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 48,583 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 47,684 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 44,719 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 43,581 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 42,076 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 40,733 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 39,186 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 37,173 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 37,152 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 34,696 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 31,027 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 26,109 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 21,202 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2007 16,125 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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KX04 WUA is a 2004 Lotus Exige in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 KX04 WUA, 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

How do I check the history of KX04 WUA?

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What year was KX04 WUA registered?

KX04 WUA is a 2004 Lotus Exige, first registered on 6 April 2004.

Is KX04 WUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX04 WUA shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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