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KX10 BWH

2010 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,840 mi
Last recorded32,840 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2010 Lotus Elise24,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX10 BWH
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 27 May 2026 32,840 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 31,986 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted unable to check certain items.

Pass 31 Jul 2024 31,964 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted unable to check certain items.

Pass 9 Aug 2023 31,419 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 31,108 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 30,415 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 30,007 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 28,825 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 27,111 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2017 25,553 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2016 23,295 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 20,399 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 15,193 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 9,609 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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KX10 BWH is a 2010 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 KX10 BWH, 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 KX10 BWH registered?

KX10 BWH is a 2010 Lotus Elise, first registered on 17 May 2010.

Is KX10 BWH safe to buy?

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