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KX10 FWE

2010 Lotus Elise

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,316 mi
Last recorded23,316 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2010 Lotus Elise24,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX10 FWE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 23,316 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 22,559 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2024 22,559 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 20,943 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 19,597 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 18,626 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 17,326 miles

Body panels and under guards preventing full inspection of some components.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2018 15,968 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 15,542 miles

covers fitted top and underside

Pass 12 May 2016 14,808 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 14,808 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 May 2015 13,420 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 12,071 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 8,937 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 FWE is a 2010 Lotus Elise in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KX10 FWE, 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 FWE registered?

KX10 FWE is a 2010 Lotus Elise, first registered on 21 May 2010.

Is KX10 FWE safe to buy?

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