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Lotus Exige

Yellow · Petrol · 2007 · 1,796 cc

555 EXGMOT history

555 EXG is a yellow petrol Lotus Exige first used on 6 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 27,385 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

555 EXG yellow Lotus Exige – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Exige, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
27,385 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
681 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
555 EXG
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Lotus
Model
Exige
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
6 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

555 EXG was last recorded at 27,385 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 555 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
26,830 miles · 4 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
555 miles
Average per year
681 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 27,385 miles
  • 2025 – 26,830 miles
  • 2022 – 26,362 miles
  • 2021 – 25,921 miles
  • 2020 – 25,126 miles
  • 2019 – 25,100 miles
  • 2018 – 23,724 miles
  • 2017 – 23,411 miles
  • 2016 – 22,200 miles
  • 2015 – 20,601 miles
  • 2014 – 19,084 miles
  • 2012 – 17,981 miles
  • 2010 – 16,387 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass27,385 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 5 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass27,385 miles (+555)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    27,385 miles
    Test number
    938810517325
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass26,830 miles (+468)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    26,830 miles
    Test number
    843627799267
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass26,362 miles (+441)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    26,362 miles
    Test number
    734670816114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass25,921 miles (+795)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    25,921 miles
    Test number
    447184510703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass25,126 miles (+26)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    25,126 miles
    Test number
    515802928824
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail25,100 miles (+1,376)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,100 miles
    Test number
    608279544588
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass23,724 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    23,724 miles
    Test number
    174893361701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail23,722 miles (+311)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,722 miles
    Test number
    718938482587
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass23,411 miles (+1,211)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    23,411 miles
    Test number
    140799461827
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  10. Pass22,200 miles (+43)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    22,200 miles
    Test number
    472496480312
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  11. Fail22,157 miles (+1,556)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,157 miles
    Test number
    379391034670
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  12. Pass20,601 miles (+34)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    20,601 miles
    Test number
    659964765058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Fail20,567 miles (+1,483)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,567 miles
    Test number
    558548855067
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass19,084 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    19,084 miles
    Test number
    106161654437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail19,084 miles (+1,103)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,084 miles
    Test number
    176181054047
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass17,981 miles (+1,594)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    17,981 miles
    Test number
    285511972202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass16,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    16,387 miles
    Test number
    870796280175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 555 EXG

What vehicle is registration 555 EXG currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 555 EXG on a yellow petrol Lotus Exige first used on 6 Jun 2007. 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 555 EXG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 555 EXG is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on 555 EXG?
The MOT on 555 EXG is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 555 EXG done?
555 EXG was recorded at 27,385 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 681 miles a year.
Has 555 EXG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 555 EXG has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on 555 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 555 EXG find?
555 EXG passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside rear rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front upper suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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