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M500 FDM

2009 Lotus Evora

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,620 mi
Last recorded24,620 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Lotus Evora36,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM500 FDM
MakeLotus
ModelEvora
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2025 24,620 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 24,054 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 23,181 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 22,790 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 21,269 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 19,598 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 18,809 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 17,387 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 16,762 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 15,910 miles

undertrays fitted to vehicle visabilty low

Pass 14 Sep 2015 14,878 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 13,481 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres starting to deterioate and split

Pass 16 Aug 2014 13,254 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Sep 2012 9,816 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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M500 FDM is a 2009 Lotus Evora in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 M500 FDM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M500 FDM?

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What year was M500 FDM registered?

M500 FDM is a 2009 Lotus Evora, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is M500 FDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M500 FDM shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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