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MC59 UFO

2009 Lotus Evora S

Red Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

39,652 mi
Last recorded39,652 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Lotus Evora S34,866 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC59 UFO
MakeLotus
ModelEvora S
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 39,652 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 39,144 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 38,509 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 37,779 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2022 37,772 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Coolant leak at engine bay area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 35,773 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 33,176 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

under trays fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2019 30,542 miles

Central all under side covered in

Pass 31 Jul 2018 27,611 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 26,559 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 24,786 miles

n/s rear tyre worn to limit

o/s rear tyre tread worn low

Pass 20 Apr 2015 22,776 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 20,991 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 18,894 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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MC59 UFO is a 2009 Lotus Evora S in Red with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2009 Lotus Evora S models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 34,866 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MC59 UFO, 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 17 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 MC59 UFO registered?

MC59 UFO is a 2009 Lotus Evora S, first registered on 9 November 2009.

Is MC59 UFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC59 UFO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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