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L5 VGT

2009 Lotus Evora S

Blue Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

23,526 mi
Last recorded23,526 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Lotus Evora S34,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 VGT
MakeLotus
ModelEvora S
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 23,526 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated top arm ball joint dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 22,793 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2024 21,026 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 18,994 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 16,892 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 15,116 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 13,208 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 8,869 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 7,813 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 6,068 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 4,150 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 3,098 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 3,093 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 2,626 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 2,381 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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L5 VGT is a 2009 Lotus Evora S in Blue with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 L5 VGT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L5 VGT registered?

L5 VGT is a 2009 Lotus Evora S, first registered on 5 November 2009.

Is L5 VGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L5 VGT shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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