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AU10 ECW

2010 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

22,411 mi
Last recorded22,411 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2010 Lotus Elise24,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 22,411 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 18,346 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 17,436 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 15,860 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2020 13,145 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2020 13,144 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2019 11,746 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 11,638 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 11,577 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 11,428 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 10,925 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 9,709 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 8,442 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 ECW is a 2010 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 ECW, 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 ECW?

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What year was AU10 ECW registered?

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

Is AU10 ECW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU10 ECW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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