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VX10 EXU

2010 Lotus Exige

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

21,136 mi
Last recorded21,136 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2010 Lotus Exige18,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX10 EXU
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2010
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 21,136 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 18,631 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 17,030 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 15,745 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 13,207 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 10,555 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 9,338 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 8,071 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 7,788 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 7,556 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 7,542 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 7,248 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 6,761 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 5,632 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 4,817 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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VX10 EXU is a 2010 Lotus Exige in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VX10 EXU, 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 VX10 EXU?

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What year was VX10 EXU registered?

VX10 EXU is a 2010 Lotus Exige, first registered on 30 March 2010.

Is VX10 EXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX10 EXU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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