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H2 AFO

2010 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

46,806 mi
Last recorded46,806 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 2010 Lotus Elise24,474 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH2 AFO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 46,806 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 46,361 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 45,078 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 45,026 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2022 45,026 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 44,596 miles

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

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 14 Feb 2018 44,582 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

front discs and pads worn

Pass 8 Dec 2016 44,395 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 44,394 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 38,678 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 28,446 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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H2 AFO is a 2010 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 H2 AFO, 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 H2 AFO registered?

H2 AFO is a 2010 Lotus Elise, first registered on 7 June 2010.

Is H2 AFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for H2 AFO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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