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P40 RME

2009 Lotus Evora S

Red Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,865 mi
Last recorded37,865 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Lotus Evora S34,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP40 RME
MakeLotus
ModelEvora S
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 37,865 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 37,376 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 37,005 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 36,609 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 35,985 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Oct 2021 35,985 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 35,591 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2020 35,591 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 34,019 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 32,640 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 31,767 miles

undertrays fitted unable to fully check several components

Pass 8 Jan 2016 29,742 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 28,845 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2014 27,440 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 21,842 miles

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

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 14,668 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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P40 RME is a 2009 Lotus Evora S in Red with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P40 RME, 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 P40 RME registered?

P40 RME is a 2009 Lotus Evora S, first registered on 9 November 2009.

Is P40 RME safe to buy?

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