MOT Status
ValidMileage
65,810 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front inner brake pads worn
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Engine bay covers obscuring some components
Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Rear Parking brake slightly low effort on roller brake test, may require adjustment or repair
Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 80-85% worn (3.5.1g)
Rear Service brake application slightly uneven on roller brake test
Under trays obscuring some components
Wiper worn & smearing windscreen
Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
Engine bay covers obscuring some components
Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Rear Parking brake slightly low effort on roller brake test, may require adjustment or repair
Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 80-85% worn (3.5.1g)
Rear Service brake application slightly uneven on roller brake test
Under trays obscuring some components
Wiper worn & smearing windscreen
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
inaccessible items due to vehicle design.brake pipes front to rear and inner steering and suspension components.
inaccessible items due to vehicle design.brake pipes front to rear and inner steering and suspension components.
How Reliable is the Lotus Exige?
Based on 20,795 MOT tests across 2,298 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S17 EXG is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.
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 S17 EXG, 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
How do I check the history of S17 EXG?
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What year was S17 EXG registered?
S17 EXG is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 21 September 2005.
Is S17 EXG safe to buy?
The MOT history for S17 EXG shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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