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X16 DTH

2017 Lotus Exige

Grey Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,089 mi
Last recorded36,089 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2017 Lotus Exige12,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX16 DTH
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 36,089 miles

Front Coil spring corroded nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted not allowing a full inspection of the underside of the vehicle

Pass 3 Jul 2024 32,833 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 32,155 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 31,754 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2022 31,753 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2021 27,539 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 19,039 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020

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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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X16 DTH is a 2017 Lotus Exige in Grey with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 X16 DTH, 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 X16 DTH registered?

X16 DTH is a 2017 Lotus Exige, first registered on 24 June 2017.

Is X16 DTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for X16 DTH shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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