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W111 BKR

2008 Lotus Exige

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

41,070 mi
Last recorded41,070 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Lotus Exige27,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW111 BKR
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 41,070 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 39,976 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 39,536 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 39,012 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 37,890 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 36,899 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 36,135 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 35,560 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 33,826 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 32,330 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 29,656 miles

Rear undertray fitted

Fail 23 Sep 2015 29,656 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Rear undertray fitted

Pass 29 Aug 2014 26,151 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 23,046 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 19,163 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 16,605 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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W111 BKR is a 2008 Lotus Exige in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 W111 BKR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W111 BKR registered?

W111 BKR is a 2008 Lotus Exige, first registered on 19 September 2008.

Is W111 BKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W111 BKR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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