LOTUS EVORA MOT pass rate
93.4% of 1,541 LOTUS EVORA MOT tests pass.
The EVORA passes its MOT 93.4% of the time — well above the average across all LOTUS models, which sits at 88.1%.
The LOTUS EVORA passes its MOT 93.4% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate eases gradually with age, from 96.3% at 3–6 years to 90.9% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | too few tests (19) | 19 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | 96.3% | 191 | 14,249 miles |
| 6–10 years | 94.5% | 561 | 23,598 miles |
| 10–15 years | 91.7% | 737 | 48,377 miles |
| 15+ years | 90.9% | 33 | 49,821 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the LOTUS EVORA
The most common reason the LOTUS EVORA fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 37.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "Too low".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 37.4% | Too low |
| Brakes | 27.0% | Significantly and obviously worn |
| Tyres | 20.9% | Has ply or cords exposed |
| Suspension | 19.1% | Ball joint excessively worn |
| Visibility | 19.1% | Not working |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 11.3% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Identification of the vehicle | 8.7% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 6.1% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Steering | 4.3% | Top bearing excessively worn |
| Body, chassis, structure | 1.7% | Cannot be opened from inside the vehicle |
Related LOTUS models
- LOTUS ELISE — 88.2% pass rate
- LOTUS ELAN — 79.0% pass rate
- LOTUS EXIGE — 93.6% pass rate
- LOTUS ESPRIT — 89.4% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the LOTUS EVORA?
- 93.4% of LOTUS EVORA MOT tests pass, based on 1,541 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the LOTUS EVORA?
- The most common reason the LOTUS EVORA fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 37.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "Too low".
- Does this show the LOTUS EVORA's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the LOTUS service history guide for how to check and keep one.