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AU09 EJZ

2009 Lotus Evora

Orange Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

45,725 mi
Last recorded45,725 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Lotus Evora36,091 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU09 EJZ
MakeLotus
ModelEvora
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 45,725 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 43,890 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2024 43,890 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 41,625 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2023 41,625 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 39,122 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2022 39,122 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 37,514 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 35,457 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 35,453 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 33,907 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 31,286 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 31,285 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 31,276 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 29,145 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 28,432 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Evora?

Based on 2,775 MOT tests across 402 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
1,922
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
402
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21
Headlamp aim too high 8
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AU09 EJZ is a 2009 Lotus Evora in Orange with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2009 Lotus Evora models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 36,091 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 Evora fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU09 EJZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Evora typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Lotus Evora is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AU09 EJZ registered?

AU09 EJZ is a 2009 Lotus Evora, first registered on 1 June 2009.

Is AU09 EJZ safe to buy?

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