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M17 TTN

2001 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,965 mi
Last recorded24,965 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Lotus Exige26,625 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM17 TTN
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 24,965 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 24,954 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 24,926 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 24,828 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 24,691 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 24,644 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 24,578 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 25 Oct 2010 24,150 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 24,145 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2009 23,788 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 23,511 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 23,116 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 21,545 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Oct 2006 21,545 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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M17 TTN is a 2001 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 26,625 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 M17 TTN, 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 25 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 M17 TTN registered?

M17 TTN is a 2001 Lotus Exige, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is M17 TTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M17 TTN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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