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RX05 HNO

2005 Lotus Exige

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,566 mi
Last recorded47,566 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 HNO
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2018 47,566 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2018 47,566 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 45,017 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 42,028 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 38,342 miles

both rear tyres worn close to legal limit

washers just hitting screen [boarderline pass]

Pass 4 Jun 2010 33,620 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 30,218 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 28,612 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 28,612 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 HNO is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HNO, 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 RX05 HNO registered?

RX05 HNO is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 11 May 2005.

Is RX05 HNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX05 HNO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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