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PN10 FHT

2010 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

30,568 mi
Last recorded30,568 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2010 Lotus Elise24,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN10 FHT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2010
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 30,568 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2025 30,568 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 29,997 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 6 Sep 2023 29,561 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 28,872 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2021 27,523 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 27,066 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 26,254 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 23,444 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 22,368 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 19,670 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)

Fail 26 May 2016 19,670 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 14 Mar 2015 14,580 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 10,354 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2013 8,276 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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PN10 FHT is a 2010 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PN10 FHT, 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

How do I check the history of PN10 FHT?

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What year was PN10 FHT registered?

PN10 FHT is a 2010 Lotus Elise, first registered on 26 March 2010.

Is PN10 FHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN10 FHT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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