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KX12 FXJ

2012 Lotus Evora S

Orange Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

75,380 mi
Last recorded75,380 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Lotus Evora S29,171 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX12 FXJ
MakeLotus
ModelEvora S
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 75,380 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 56,425 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Apr 2024 56,415 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 May 2023 43,594 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 35,010 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2022 34,952 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 28,165 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 27,557 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2020 27,557 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 23,737 miles

Nearside Front Sidelight with a multiple light source not more than 1/2 not functioning

Fail 4 Mar 2019 23,737 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Sidelight with a multiple light source not more than 1/2 not functioning

Pass 28 Jul 2018 23,216 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 19,296 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 15,316 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 12,921 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Evora S?

Based on 4,803 MOT tests across 429 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
2,104
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
429
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 55
Headlamp aim too low 33
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 26
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 16
Headlamp cleaning device inoperative 15
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KX12 FXJ is a 2012 Lotus Evora S in Orange with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Lotus Evora S models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 29,171 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 S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KX12 FXJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Evora S typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Lotus Evora S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KX12 FXJ registered?

KX12 FXJ is a 2012 Lotus Evora S, first registered on 25 July 2012.

Is KX12 FXJ safe to buy?

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