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MX17 BFZ

2017 Lotus Exige

Yellow Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,720 mi
Last recorded4,720 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Lotus Exige12,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX17 BFZ
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2017
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2026 4,720 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 4,554 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 4,147 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 3,993 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 3,843 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 3,663 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 3,532 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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MX17 BFZ is a 2017 Lotus Exige in Yellow with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 MX17 BFZ, 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

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What year was MX17 BFZ registered?

MX17 BFZ is a 2017 Lotus Exige, first registered on 25 March 2017.

Is MX17 BFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX17 BFZ shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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