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V4 EXG

2008 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

29,944 mi
Last recorded29,944 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Lotus Exige27,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV4 EXG
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2024 29,944 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 29,604 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 29,558 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 26,698 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 20,930 miles

under tray(S)fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 28 Oct 2017 19,102 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2017 19,102 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 17,038 miles

brake pads low all round

Pass 25 Nov 2015 15,141 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 11,937 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 7,178 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 6,428 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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V4 EXG is a 2008 Lotus Exige in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 V4 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.

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What year was V4 EXG registered?

V4 EXG is a 2008 Lotus Exige, first registered on 20 December 2008.

Is V4 EXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V4 EXG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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