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DK10 BKX

2010 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

33,900 mi
Last recorded33,900 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2010 Lotus Elise24,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK10 BKX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 33,900 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 32,839 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2024 32,839 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2023 30,622 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 29,019 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 28,063 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 26,717 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Valve stem slightly damaged 4tyre valves small cracks (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 14 Jul 2020 26,717 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Valve stem slightly damaged 4tyre valves small cracks (5.2.3 (j))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 26,313 miles

4 tyre valves age related cracks

Pass 9 Jul 2018 24,474 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 23,425 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 22,523 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine covers fitted

Pass 17 Jul 2015 21,358 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 19,779 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 18,355 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 18,355 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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DK10 BKX is a 2010 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BKX, 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 BKX registered?

DK10 BKX is a 2010 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 August 2010.

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