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RX55 YZD

2005 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

102,149 mi
Last recorded102,149 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 YZD
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2023 102,149 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2022 102,148 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 101,941 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 98,861 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 94,162 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 87,046 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test stickers in zone "A" ()

Fail 12 May 2017 87,046 miles

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test stickers in zone "A" ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 15 Mar 2017 86,961 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 82,636 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 82,636 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 75,809 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 67,603 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 62,725 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 55,323 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 46,943 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 35,708 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 26,280 miles

Nearside 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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RX55 YZD is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 RX55 YZD, 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 RX55 YZD registered?

RX55 YZD is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 3 December 2005.

Is RX55 YZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX55 YZD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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