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YJ58 LHN

2008 Lotus Exige

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

54,487 mi
Last recorded54,487 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Exige27,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ58 LHN
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 54,487 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 52,740 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 52,544 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 51,593 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 49,646 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2022 49,646 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 46,455 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 45,091 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 42,735 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 40,983 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (both) 3.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (both) on inner faces (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine under-trays fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2017 38,086 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 35,547 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 34,027 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 28,892 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 23,861 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 22,072 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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YJ58 LHN is a 2008 Lotus Exige in White 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 YJ58 LHN, 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 YJ58 LHN registered?

YJ58 LHN is a 2008 Lotus Exige, first registered on 10 October 2008.

Is YJ58 LHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ58 LHN 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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