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SW17 KLV

2017 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,808 mi
Last recorded29,808 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2017 Lotus Exige12,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW17 KLV
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2025 29,808 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 27,909 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 22,863 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 19,561 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 16,585 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 13,678 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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SW17 KLV is a 2017 Lotus Exige in Black with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 12,757 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 SW17 KLV, 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 9 years old, this Lotus Exige is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SW17 KLV registered?

SW17 KLV is a 2017 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 March 2017.

Is SW17 KLV safe to buy?

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