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AU59 DYS

2010 Lotus Exige

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,424 mi
Last recorded22,424 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2010 Lotus Exige18,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU59 DYS
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2010
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2025 22,424 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

slight surface corrosion under vehicle

undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2024 22,119 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner and outer discs both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner and outer discs both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin at legal limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 21 May 2021 22,046 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 23 May 2020 21,628 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2018 21,050 miles

undertrays fitted & wet carried out

Pass 25 Nov 2017 20,560 miles

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

undertrays fitted front to back

Pass 24 Nov 2016 20,012 miles

undertray fitted under vehicle not allowing full inspection

Pass 14 Apr 2015 17,617 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 13,259 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 11,475 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Lotus Exige?

Based on 20,795 MOT tests across 2,298 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
1,345
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,298
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 417
Headlamp aim too high 214
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 205
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 178
Headlamp aim too low 155
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AU59 DYS is a 2010 Lotus Exige in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2010 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 18,736 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Exige fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 417 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU59 DYS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Exige typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 16 years old, this Lotus Exige is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU59 DYS registered?

AU59 DYS is a 2010 Lotus Exige, first registered on 18 January 2010.

Is AU59 DYS safe to buy?

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