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LJ17 EUU

2017 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,887 mi
Last recorded18,887 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 Lotus Exige12,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ17 EUU
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 18,887 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 17,330 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2024 17,323 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 15,195 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 13,607 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 11,263 miles

Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres are cracking on outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 9,722 miles
Pass 22 May 2020

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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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LJ17 EUU is a 2017 Lotus Exige in Black with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 12,757 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 LJ17 EUU, 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 9 years old, this Lotus Exige is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LJ17 EUU?

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What year was LJ17 EUU registered?

LJ17 EUU is a 2017 Lotus Exige, first registered on 30 May 2017.

Is LJ17 EUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ17 EUU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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