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S26 XGE

2010 Lotus Exige

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,237 mi
Last recorded33,237 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2010 Lotus Exige18,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS26 XGE
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 33,237 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 31,592 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 29,659 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2023 29,659 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Nov 2022 27,481 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2022 27,481 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear tiebar inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 25,428 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 24,914 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 23,773 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 20,271 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 16,162 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 12,570 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 9,115 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 9,115 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 5,849 miles

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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S26 XGE is a 2010 Lotus Exige in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S26 XGE, 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 S26 XGE registered?

S26 XGE is a 2010 Lotus Exige, first registered on 26 March 2010.

Is S26 XGE safe to buy?

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