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AU60 ECD

2010 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,132 mi
Last recorded43,132 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2010 Lotus Elise24,474 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU60 ECD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 1 May 2026 43,132 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 40,679 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 38,725 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 36,434 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 34,679 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 33,314 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 32,254 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 31,031 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 30,888 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 30,876 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 30,770 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 29,742 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AU60 ECD is a 2010 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 AU60 ECD, 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 AU60 ECD?

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What year was AU60 ECD registered?

AU60 ECD is a 2010 Lotus Elise, first registered on 3 December 2010.

Is AU60 ECD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU60 ECD shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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