CarVerify

Free Car Check

S27 JJL

2007 Lotus Exige

Grey Petrol 1796cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,330 mi
Last recorded36,330 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2024
Typical for 2007 Lotus Exige26,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS27 JJL
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
View full Lotus Exige reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 24 Nov 2024 36,330 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 35,138 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2022 33,276 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2022 33,257 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 32,564 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 29,892 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2019 29,847 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 29,199 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 29,157 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 27,535 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 26,379 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 25,409 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 May 2014 23,152 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 23,162 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 21,312 miles

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

both rear tyres very close to legal limit

Fail 15 Oct 2012 21,312 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres very close to legal limit

Pass 26 Oct 2011 19,125 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 17,455 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
Full Lotus Exige reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S27 JJL is a 2007 Lotus Exige in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2007 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 26,624 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 S27 JJL, 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 19 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 S27 JJL?

You can check the full history of S27 JJL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S27 JJL registered?

S27 JJL is a 2007 Lotus Exige, first registered on 25 October 2007.

Is S27 JJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S27 JJL shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S27 JJL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S27 JJL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.