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WR59 XCZ

2009 Lotus Evora S

Grey Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

43,011 mi
Last recorded43,011 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Lotus Evora S34,866 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR59 XCZ
MakeLotus
ModelEvora S
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 43,011 miles

underside completely covered with protective shield.

Pass 11 Nov 2024 41,868 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 23 Oct 2024 41,867 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 41,134 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2023 41,134 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 39,996 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 38,971 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 38,315 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 37,517 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 36,164 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 34,637 miles

Nearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

all underside covered by under trays

rear engine bay lid will not latch closed

Fail 5 Oct 2017 34,637 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

all underside covered by under trays

rear engine bay lid will not latch closed

Pass 10 Oct 2016 33,060 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 30,779 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad showing cracks on lining

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 28,515 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 24,122 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 19,793 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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WR59 XCZ is a 2009 Lotus Evora S in Grey with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 WR59 XCZ, 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 WR59 XCZ registered?

WR59 XCZ is a 2009 Lotus Evora S, first registered on 31 October 2009.

Is WR59 XCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR59 XCZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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