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NK55 SDU

2005 Lotus Exige

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

29,904 mi
Last recorded29,904 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK55 SDU
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 29,904 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 28,786 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 26,545 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 25,320 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 24,626 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 17 Jun 2015 24,566 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 23,776 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2013 22,561 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2012 17,165 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Apr 2011 12,013 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 10,097 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 8,906 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 7,635 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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NK55 SDU is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2005 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 28,182 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 NK55 SDU, 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 21 years old, this Lotus Exige is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NK55 SDU registered?

NK55 SDU is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is NK55 SDU safe to buy?

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