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S25 EXG

2008 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,779 mi
Last recorded38,779 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Exige27,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS25 EXG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 38,779 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 37,990 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 36,775 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 35,880 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 35,202 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Jun 2021 34,326 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.80mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.18mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Jun 2021 34,326 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.80mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.18mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper arm insecure (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 33,349 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 May 2019 32,027 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 28,581 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2017 22,747 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 19,180 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 19,167 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 17,824 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 14,874 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 14,874 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Jun 2014 14,859 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 May 2013 13,714 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 May 2012 12,670 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 11,279 miles

front tyres wearing low

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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S25 EXG is a 2008 Lotus Exige in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 S25 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

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What year was S25 EXG registered?

S25 EXG is a 2008 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is S25 EXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S25 EXG shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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