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AU10 BGE

2010 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

59,422 mi
Last recorded59,422 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2010 Lotus Elise24,474 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU10 BGE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 59,422 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 57,524 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 56,246 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 54,567 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 54,505 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 54,220 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 54,079 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 53,051 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2018 53,051 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 53,000 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 48,933 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 38,706 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 24,474 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012 21,797 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?

Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
1,309
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,173
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,131
Headlamp aim too high 3,014
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 2,630
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 1,898
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AU10 BGE is a 2010 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2010 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 24,474 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elise fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 3,173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU10 BGE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elise typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 16 years old, this Lotus Elise is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU10 BGE registered?

AU10 BGE is a 2010 Lotus Elise, first registered on 17 March 2010.

Is AU10 BGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU10 BGE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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