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EU10 ECE

2010 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2017
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,493 mi
Last recorded27,493 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2016
Typical for 2010 Lotus Elise24,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU10 ECE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2016 27,493 miles

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

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 23,191 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 19,481 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 16,302 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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EU10 ECE is a 2010 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 EU10 ECE, 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.

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What year was EU10 ECE registered?

EU10 ECE is a 2010 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 June 2010.

Is EU10 ECE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU10 ECE shows 4 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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