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X87 EDV

2000 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

46,559 mi
Last recorded46,559 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Lotus Exige29,758 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX87 EDV
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 46,559 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 45,334 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 45,225 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2020 45,219 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 45,026 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 27 Mar 2018 44,831 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

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)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 44,699 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 44,509 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 19 Mar 2010 44,509 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 44,509 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 44,360 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 42,990 miles

advise nearside rear hand brake cable slow to return.

advise number plate lamps dim

advise washers weak

rear brake pads low

Pass 4 Nov 2006 41,870 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2006 41,870 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Aug 2005 40,479 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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X87 EDV is a 2000 Lotus Exige in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 X87 EDV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X87 EDV registered?

X87 EDV is a 2000 Lotus Exige, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X87 EDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X87 EDV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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