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DK10 BKE

2010 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,331 mi
Last recorded58,331 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2022
Typical for 2010 Lotus Elise24,474 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK10 BKE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2022 58,331 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 3 Sep 2022 58,331 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Aug 2021 56,463 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 54,817 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 53,422 miles

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 50,964 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 47,779 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 44,572 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 41,179 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 38,902 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 35,690 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 35,690 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

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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DK10 BKE 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 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DK10 BKE, 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 DK10 BKE registered?

DK10 BKE is a 2010 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 July 2010.

Is DK10 BKE safe to buy?

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