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L5 CET

2016 Lotus Evora

Black Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,787 mi
Last recorded42,787 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Lotus Evora18,195 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 CET
MakeLotus
ModelEvora
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 42,787 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 39,480 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 35,683 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 31,764 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 25,976 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nsr tyre low on inner edge and starting to crack (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2021 22,384 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 19,849 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Jan 2020 19,847 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 13,162 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2019 13,162 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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L5 CET is a 2016 Lotus Evora in Black with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Lotus Evora models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 18,195 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 L5 CET, 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 10 years old, this Lotus Evora is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L5 CET registered?

L5 CET is a 2016 Lotus Evora, first registered on 22 January 2016.

Is L5 CET safe to buy?

The MOT history for L5 CET shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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