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RX05 HNM

2005 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,012 mi
Last recorded48,012 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 HNM
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2015 48,012 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 23 Oct 2015 48,012 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 46,161 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 38,643 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 32,578 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jul 2011 31,411 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 29,387 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 23,801 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 23,791 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Enging coolant level low.

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 11,773 miles

advise vehicle built with full undertrays, front to back. unable to check some items visually

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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RX05 HNM is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 RX05 HNM, 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 RX05 HNM registered?

RX05 HNM is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is RX05 HNM safe to buy?

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