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S21 EXG

2008 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

29,967 mi
Last recorded29,967 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Lotus Exige27,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS21 EXG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 29,967 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre Is 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 29,075 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front drivers seat lock in rail but has slight movement in mechanism

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 28,432 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 27,457 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 26,018 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 25,185 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 24,200 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 24,159 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 22,814 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 20,969 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 20,754 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 18,375 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 17,987 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 17,413 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 16,639 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 14,548 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 14,338 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 13,303 miles

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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S21 EXG is a 2008 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2008 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 27,338 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 S21 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 18 years old, this Lotus Exige is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S21 EXG?

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What year was S21 EXG registered?

S21 EXG is a 2008 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is S21 EXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S21 EXG shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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