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X80 SDM

2015 Lotus Exige

Grey Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,890 mi
Last recorded23,890 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2015 Lotus Exige14,992 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX80 SDM
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 23,890 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 23,501 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2024 23,500 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 21,716 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Aug 2022 21,716 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 20,924 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 16,604 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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X80 SDM is a 2015 Lotus Exige in Grey with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2015 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 14,992 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 X80 SDM, 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 11 years old, this Lotus Exige is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X80 SDM registered?

X80 SDM is a 2015 Lotus Exige, first registered on 24 April 2015.

Is X80 SDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for X80 SDM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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