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X646 EGP

2000 Lotus Exige

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

36,991 mi
Last recorded36,991 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2013
Typical for 2000 Lotus Exige29,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX646 EGP
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2013 36,991 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 36,991 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 33,974 miles

unable to inspect all four suspension coil springs due to cosmetic cover.

Fail 13 Jan 2012 33,973 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

unable to inspect all four suspension coil springs due to cosmetic cover.

Pass 26 Jan 2011 31,420 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 31,429 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 29,527 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 26,316 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 23,204 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 20,795 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 18,592 miles

advise n/s and o/s rear brake pads wearing low.

advise n/s and o/s rear tyres wearing low.

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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X646 EGP is a 2000 Lotus Exige in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 29,758 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 X646 EGP, 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 26 years old, this Lotus Exige is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X646 EGP registered?

X646 EGP is a 2000 Lotus Exige, first registered on 11 October 2000.

Is X646 EGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for X646 EGP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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