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SN55 LVH

2005 Lotus Exige

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2012
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,743 mi
Last recorded18,743 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2011
Typical for 2005 Lotus Exige28,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN55 LVH
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2011 18,743 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 13,020 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 9,996 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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 LVH is a 2005 Lotus Exige in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SN55 LVH, 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 LVH registered?

SN55 LVH is a 2005 Lotus Exige, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is SN55 LVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN55 LVH shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SN55 LVH have outstanding finance?

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