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Y3 XGE

2010 Lotus Exige

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

12,192 mi
Last recorded12,192 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2010 Lotus Exige18,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY3 XGE
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2010
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 12,192 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2025 12,192 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 11,373 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 7,082 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 6,493 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 5,041 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 4,275 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2019 4,195 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 4,020 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 3,779 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 3,527 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 3,314 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 3,132 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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Y3 XGE is a 2010 Lotus Exige in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 Y3 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 Y3 XGE registered?

Y3 XGE is a 2010 Lotus Exige, first registered on 28 May 2010.

Is Y3 XGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y3 XGE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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