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C7 XAY

2010 Lotus Exige

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

13,606 mi
Last recorded13,606 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 Lotus Exige18,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 XAY
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2010
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 13,606 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 13,332 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 12,908 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 12,516 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 12,265 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 11,918 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 11,139 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 10,745 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 10,190 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 9,368 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 8,839 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 8,323 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 6,933 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 6,933 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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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C7 XAY is a 2010 Lotus Exige in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 C7 XAY, 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 C7 XAY registered?

C7 XAY is a 2010 Lotus Exige, first registered on 26 November 2010.

Is C7 XAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 XAY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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