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SW10 UTP

2010 Lotus Exige

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,144 mi
Last recorded16,144 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 2010 Lotus Exige18,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW10 UTP
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2025 16,144 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 15,741 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 15,227 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 14,519 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 13,926 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 12,893 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 11,667 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 10,519 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 8,816 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 5,311 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 5,279 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jul 2013 4,647 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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SW10 UTP is a 2010 Lotus Exige in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 SW10 UTP, 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

How do I check the history of SW10 UTP?

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What year was SW10 UTP registered?

SW10 UTP is a 2010 Lotus Exige, first registered on 15 July 2010.

Is SW10 UTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW10 UTP shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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