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Lotus Exige

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

2 EXGMOT history

2 EXG is a blue petrol Lotus Exige first used on 29 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 27,346 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

2 EXG blue Lotus Exige – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Exige, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
27,346 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
706 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
2 EXG
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Lotus
Model
Exige
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

2 EXG was last recorded at 27,346 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 490 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
26,856 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
490 miles
Average per year
706 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 27,346 miles
  • 2025 – 26,856 miles
  • 2024 – 26,517 miles
  • 2023 – 26,014 miles
  • 2018 – 26,012 miles
  • 2017 – 25,826 miles
  • 2016 – 25,734 miles
  • 2015 – 25,529 miles
  • 2014 – 24,860 miles
  • 2013 – 23,548 miles
  • 2012 – 22,457 miles
  • 2011 – 21,706 miles
  • 2010 – 20,747 miles
  • 2009 – 18,114 miles
  • 2008 – 16,903 miles
  • 2007 – 15,379 miles
  • 2006 – 14,192 miles
  • 2005 – 12,718 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass27,346 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass27,346 miles (+490)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    27,346 miles
    Test number
    576141813121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass26,856 miles (+339)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    26,856 miles
    Test number
    274651823323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass26,517 miles (+503)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    26,517 miles
    Test number
    503098824333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass26,014 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    26,014 miles
    Test number
    189460733616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass26,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    26,012 miles
    Test number
    744664106815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail26,012 miles (+186)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,012 miles
    Test number
    457448504137
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  7. Pass25,826 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    25,826 miles
    Test number
    239593719387
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail25,826 miles (+92)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,826 miles
    Test number
    612908684154
    • Repaired at testSide repeater incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass25,734 miles (+205)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    25,734 miles
    Test number
    179793526683
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

  10. Pass25,529 miles (+669)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    25,529 miles
    Test number
    538917395192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass24,860 miles (+1,312)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    24,860 miles
    Test number
    628622914242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass23,548 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    23,548 miles
    Test number
    815817923293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail23,542 miles (+1,085)4 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,542 miles
    Test number
    506410913247
    • DangerousDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • DangerousHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass22,457 miles (+751)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    22,457 miles
    Test number
    416368802219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass21,706 miles (+959)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    21,706 miles
    Test number
    446164311233
    • AdvisoryInner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs have very slight corrosion.
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle fully covered so very little to inspect.

  16. Pass20,747 miles (+2,633)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    20,747 miles
    Test number
    511797000277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,114 miles (+1,211)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    18,114 miles
    Test number
    990818899135
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  18. Pass16,903 miles (+1,524)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    16,903 miles
    Test number
    864204218218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,379 miles (+1,187)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    15,379 miles
    Test number
    724986987145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass14,192 miles (+1,474)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    14,192 miles
    Test number
    660775186138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass12,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    12,718 miles
    Test number
    391154395176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 2 EXG

What vehicle is registration 2 EXG currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 2 EXG on a blue petrol Lotus Exige first used on 29 Mar 2001. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 2 EXG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 2 EXG is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 2 EXG?
The MOT on 2 EXG is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 2 EXG done?
2 EXG was recorded at 27,346 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 706 miles a year.
Has 2 EXG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 2 EXG has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on 2 EXG ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 2 EXG find?
2 EXG passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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