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AU10 ECT

2010 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2023
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,485 mi
Last recorded18,485 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2022
Typical for 2010 Lotus Elise24,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU10 ECT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2010
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 5 Oct 2022 18,485 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 18,010 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 17,578 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 16,793 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 15,808 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 14,416 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 13,556 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 11,530 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 8,899 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 ECT is a 2010 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ECT, 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

How do I check the history of AU10 ECT?

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What year was AU10 ECT registered?

AU10 ECT is a 2010 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 June 2010.

Is AU10 ECT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU10 ECT shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AU10 ECT have outstanding finance?

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