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AU10 GZY

2010 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

31,895 mi
Last recorded31,895 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2010 Lotus Elise24,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU10 GZY
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 31,895 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 30,725 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 28,462 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 26,864 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 24,879 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 24,317 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 23,873 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 23,120 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 22,832 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 20,428 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 17,249 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Jul 2015 17,249 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2014 13,776 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2013 11,118 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 GZY is a 2010 Lotus Elise in Red 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 GZY, 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 GZY registered?

AU10 GZY is a 2010 Lotus Elise, first registered on 28 July 2010.

Is AU10 GZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU10 GZY 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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