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L20 EXG

2007 Lotus Exige

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,120 mi
Last recorded33,120 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Exige26,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL20 EXG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 33,120 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 32,400 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 31,361 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play Slight play in NSR inner track rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play Slight play in OSR inner track rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 31,043 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 30,499 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 29,828 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 28,813 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 27,762 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 26,566 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 25,198 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 25,192 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 21,846 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 18,341 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 15,952 miles

Front wiper smearing the screen but still providing an adequate view of the raod

Pass 31 Mar 2011 13,717 miles

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)

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

Fail 30 Mar 2011 13,707 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 12,146 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 12,146 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

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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L20 EXG is a 2007 Lotus Exige in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 L20 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 19 years old, this Lotus Exige is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L20 EXG?

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What year was L20 EXG registered?

L20 EXG is a 2007 Lotus Exige, first registered on 31 March 2007.

Is L20 EXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L20 EXG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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