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RX05 VFN

2005 Lotus Exige

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

6,576 mi
Last recorded6,576 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 VFN
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2025 6,576 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2023 6,551 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 6,472 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 6,379 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 6,213 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 6,152 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 6,152 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 6,019 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 5,660 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 5,541 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 5,485 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 5,463 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 5,398 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 5,327 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 5,157 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 4,970 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Jul 2008 4,865 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 VFN is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 RX05 VFN, 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 VFN registered?

RX05 VFN is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 12 July 2005.

Is RX05 VFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX05 VFN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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