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KX07 FBG

2007 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

44,565 mi
Last recorded44,565 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Lotus Exige26,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX07 FBG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 44,565 miles

Front Front windscreen washers are weak

Pass 27 Mar 2025 42,478 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 38,511 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 38,497 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 36,746 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 34,083 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2021 33,871 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Apr 2019 32,352 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 31,437 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 29,574 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2016 27,174 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 23,064 miles

all pads getting low

Pass 27 Sep 2013 18,552 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 13,808 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 13,808 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 13,230 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 8,806 miles

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

Offside 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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KX07 FBG is a 2007 Lotus Exige in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2007 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 26,624 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 KX07 FBG, 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 19 years old, this Lotus Exige is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KX07 FBG registered?

KX07 FBG is a 2007 Lotus Exige, first registered on 13 June 2007.

Is KX07 FBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX07 FBG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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