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PN05 VNT

2005 Lotus Exige

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,270 mi
Last recorded31,270 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN05 VNT
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 21 May 2026 31,270 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 30,555 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 29,562 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 29,322 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 28,746 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2012 28,379 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 27,417 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 25,166 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 20,883 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 16,177 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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PN05 VNT is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PN05 VNT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PN05 VNT registered?

PN05 VNT is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 10 June 2005.

Is PN05 VNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN05 VNT shows 10 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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