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SN55 CJV

2005 Lotus Exige

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

36,309 mi
Last recorded36,309 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN55 CJV
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2019 36,309 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 35,701 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads braking up due to heat (3.5.1g)

under trays fitted front to rear not allowing full inspection

Pass 2 Sep 2016 35,549 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 35,547 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 35,308 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 34,007 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 30,775 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 30,774 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 29,641 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 28,666 miles

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

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

unable to check under bonnet testable items due to screwed down panels

Pass 17 Nov 2009 26,498 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 21,564 miles

Unable to test under bonnet items due to screwed down panels

Fail 1 Oct 2008 21,564 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Unable to test under bonnet items due to screwed down panels

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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SN55 CJV is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SN55 CJV, 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

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What year was SN55 CJV registered?

SN55 CJV is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is SN55 CJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN55 CJV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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