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KX05 FPO

2005 Lotus Exige

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

37,911 mi
Last recorded37,911 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX05 FPO
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 37,911 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 34,785 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 33,587 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2022 33,587 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 32,714 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 32,045 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 31,352 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 29,037 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 25,953 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2017 25,942 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 25,781 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 25,781 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 25,302 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 24,321 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 24,317 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 23,199 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 20,696 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 15,845 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 14,988 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 13,377 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 11,609 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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KX05 FPO is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 KX05 FPO, 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

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What year was KX05 FPO registered?

KX05 FPO is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is KX05 FPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX05 FPO shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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